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Banking sector ranks 27th as June rate hike expectations fuel re-evaluation momentum

Mon Jun 1, 2026 12:20 pm JST Feature

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The banking sector ranks 27th in the popular theme rankings compiled by Minkabu and Kabutan. The TSE 33 Banking index gained about 23% from the end of last year through the end of May, reflecting solid performance.

Expectations remain strong for a further Bank of Japan rate hike. Speculation is growing that the BOJ could lift rates by 0.25% at its June 15-16 policy meeting. Including the July 30-31 session, the market is pricing in a nearly 90% probability of a hike. Investors expect higher rates to boost bank profitability through wider net interest margins. BOJ Governor Kazuo Ueda's speech on June 3 is also drawing keen attention.

Alongside megabanks like Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group, Inc. <8306>, Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group, Inc. <8316>, and Mizuho Financial Group, Inc. <8411>, regional lenders including Shizuoka Financial Group,Inc. <5831>, The 77 Bank,Ltd. <8341>, and Fukuoka Financial Group, Inc. <8354> are also attracting buyer interest.

Source: MINKABU PRESS

*Translated by generative AI. Click here for the original article.

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