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    Hideyasu Ban

    Research Analyst at Jefferies Securities

    Hideyasu Ban is a Senior Equity Analyst, specializing in Japan's gaming and internet sectors at Jefferies Securities. He is recognized for his balanced approach to stock ratings and willingness to take conviction calls, particularly in non-consensus situations, with a consistent focus on risk-reward asymmetry and long-term sector drivers. Ban regularly covers leading Japanese internet and gaming companies and has earned recognition for research initiatives such as the 2025 Extel All Japan Research Survey and expert event participation, though published performance metrics and platform rankings are not publicly available. His career is defined by deep expertise in Japanese equity research, but detailed records of his credentials, FINRA registrations, or previous firm experience remain undisclosed.

    Hideyasu Ban's questions to MIZUHO FINANCIAL GROUP (MFG) leadership

    Hideyasu Ban's questions to MIZUHO FINANCIAL GROUP (MFG) leadership • Q2 2022

    Question

    Hideyasu Ban of Jefferies Securities requested more detail on the second-half credit cost forecast, asking about specific at-risk sectors or large customer exposures driving the cautious outlook.

    Answer

    CFO Makoto Umemiya explained that the cautious stance is broad-based rather than tied to a specific large customer. He cited the lingering impact of COVID-19 on sectors like transportation and resorts, as well as emerging risks from supply chain constraints and rising energy prices. Consequently, the company feels it is prudent to prepare for a similar level of credit reserves in the second half as was set aside in the first.

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