Rakuten is exploring a U.S. initial public offering for its credit card division, according to Reuters.
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Oct 15 2025
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Rakuten's IPO Consideration: Rakuten is considering an initial public offering (IPO) for its credit card business in the U.S., with discussions still in early stages.
Alternative Options: Other potential options for Rakuten include selling a stake to a strategic buyer, following Mizuho's previous acquisition of a 15% stake in the credit card business for $1.1 billion.
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Analyst Views on MFG
Wall Street analysts forecast MFG stock price to rise over the next 12 months. According to Wall Street analysts, the average 1-year price target for MFG is 38.88 USD with a low forecast of 38.88 USD and a high forecast of 38.88 USD. However, analyst price targets are subjective and often lag stock prices, so investors should focus on the objective reasons behind analyst rating changes, which better reflect the company's fundamentals.
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Current: 8.630
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About MFG
Mizuho Financial Group Inc is a Japan-based company mainly engaged in the banking, trust banking, securities, and other financial services. The Company operates through five business segments: Retail & Business Corporations Company (RBC), Corporate & Investment Banking Company (CIBC), Global Corporate & Investment Banking Company (GCIBC), Global Markets Company (GMC), and Asset Management Company (AMC). The CIBC segment operates for clients of large corporate corporations, financial corporations and public corporations in Japan. The GCIBC segment operates for clients of overseas-affiliated Japanese companies and non-Japanese companies. The GMC segment is engaged in investment business in interest rates, equity, among others. The AMC segment is engaged in the development and provision of products that meet the asset management needs of clients from individuals to institutional investors.
About the author
Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
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