13 Best Japanese Stocks to Buy According to Hedge Funds

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6. Mizuho Financial Group, Inc. (NYSE:MFG)

Number of Hedge Fund Holders: 11

Mizuho Financial Group, Inc. (NYSE:MFG) is one of the best Japanese stocks to buy according to hedge funds. On May 20, Mizuho Financial Group, Inc. (NYSE:MFG) announced a new partnership with Mercer Japan Limited and Mercer Investments (Japan) Limited.

This strategic collaboration has been formed to offer Outsourced Chief Investment Officer (OCIO) services in Japan.

Through this partnership, Mizuho Financial Group, Inc. (NYSE:MFG) will provide OCIO services to major clients in Japan, including pension funds and educational institutions. These services will be delivered through Asset Management One Co., Ltd., which is an asset management subsidiary of Mizuho Financial Group, Inc. (NYSE:MFG).

This partnership will allow Mizuho Financial Group, Inc. (NYSE:MFG) to further improve its offerings and offer comprehensive and innovative solutions to asset owners. These solutions will include advanced and optimized asset management across asset classes, improved risk management, and reliable reporting and oversight. The collaboration also aims to address challenges like a shortage of specialized talent.

Mizuho Financial Group, Inc. (NYSE:MFG) is a Japanese multinational bank holding company that offers comprehensive financial and strategic services, including banking, securities, trust and asset management, credit card, private banking, and venture capital.

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