Senshu Ikeda boosts M&A, investment advisory with new subsidiaries

Senshu Ikeda Holdings, Inc. announced the establishment of two new wholly-owned subsidiaries, Senshu Ikeda M&A Solutions Co., Ltd. and Senshu Ikeda Investment Management Co., Ltd., effective January 30, 2026. Senshu Ikeda M&A Solutions will be formed via a simplified incorporation-type company split from The Senshu Ikeda Bank, Ltd., assuming all M&A advisory services. This newly formed entity will have capital of JPY 300 million and 100 shares issued.

Concurrently, Senshu Ikeda Investment Management Co., Ltd. will be established as an investment company under The Senshu Ikeda Bank, Ltd. with JPY 100 million in capital and 100 issued shares. This entity will focus on the management of business succession funds, acquisition, holding, and sale of securities, and various investment-related advisory services. These initiatives aim to strengthen the group's business succession advisory support framework, ensuring continuity for local businesses and fostering regional economic vitality.

The company anticipates an immaterial impact on consolidated financial results but expects a long-term enhancement of corporate value. For the fiscal year ended March 31, 2025, the M&A advisory division to be split reported net sales of JPY 683 million, with assets of JPY 300 million.