Whalesbook
Japanese bank Mizuho Financial Group is actively exploring opportunities to expand its business in India, viewing it as a significant medium-term growth prospect. The bank intends to prioritize corporate and investment banking services, aiming to replicate its global success in serving institutional clients. While rivals focus on India's consumer market, Mizuho's strategy mirrors its established wholesale banking approach. Talks for a potential stake in Indian investment bank Avendus Capital are reportedly stalled.