SoftBank Group is reportedly considering a massive $20 billion bond sale to finance its continued equity stake in OpenAI, a move that has already triggered upward pressure on the conglomerate's credit risk metrics.
SoftBank Group CEO Masayoshi Son stated that the widespread adoption of autonomous AI agents is expected by 2040, transforming the landscape of work. He announced plans to strengthen investments in essential infrastructure like power and data centers to support this growth.
SoftBank Group's CEO Masayoshi Son announced a partnership with OpenAI to provide security measures for AI models to infrastructure-related companies in Japan, addressing concerns about the misuse of highly capable AI.
SoftBank Group has become Japan's most valuable company, surpassing Toyota, driven by significant investments in artificial intelligence, particularly in OpenAI, and a pledge of €75 billion for European AI data centers.
SoftBank Group's shares surged to a record high, driven by investor optimism surrounding the potential initial public offering of artificial intelligence firm OpenAI.
SoftBank Group's shares soared over 16% as Nvidia's strong earnings report signaled robust momentum in artificial intelligence, benefiting SoftBank through its stake in Arm Holdings.
The full transcript of SoftBank Group's fourth-quarter 2025 earnings call has been made public. This document provides detailed insights into the company's financial performance and strategic outlook for the period.
A SoftBank Group unit is preparing to launch its first euro bond, a move that comes as the Japanese conglomerate intensifies its investments in artificial intelligence, drawing scrutiny from ratings firms.
A deepdive into SoftBank Group's latest $6 billion bond sale examines the potential risks associated with this significant financial move for the company.
Japanese tech investor SoftBank Group reported a smaller-than-expected 18% drop in first-quarter profit, buoyed by a gain on its stake in chipmaker Intel.
SoftBank Group reported first-quarter profits that exceeded expectations, boosted by its stakes in Intel and TikTok-owner ByteDance, despite a lower overall income slide.
SoftBank Group Corp. priced a ¥90 billion ($550 million) bond offering to institutional investors, broadening its funding sources for massive artificial intelligence investments.
SoftBank Group led a broader selloff in Asian technology stocks, experiencing an 11% drop, as investors grapple with growing concerns over the escalating costs of artificial intelligence infrastructure and the sustainability of the AI boom.
Japanese tech giant SoftBank Group announced a €45 billion investment in France by 2031, including the opening of three new data centers, citing the country's space and ample nuclear electricity as key factors.
SoftBank Group's shares experienced a significant surge for a second consecutive session, extending its rally as investors increasingly flock to artificial intelligence-related trades.
Chinese tech giant Alibaba reported a significant drop in profits, nearing zero, despite its artificial intelligence business experiencing rapid growth. The substantial decline in earnings is attributed to the company's massive investments and increased spending on AI development and infrastructure.
SoftBank Group reported a significant increase in its profit, more than tripling to $12 billion, primarily attributed to gains from its investment in OpenAI.
SoftBank Group has announced plans to construct a new AI-focused data center in Ohio, USA, with an estimated project cost of 80 trillion yen (approximately $500 billion), aiming to meet the rising demand for AI infrastructure in the American market.
SoftBank Group's shares have slumped and its credit default swaps widened due to concerns surrounding its Stargate AI initiative. Investors are reacting to potential risks or uncertainties related to the ambitious AI project.
OpenAI, which develops generative AI ChatGPT, announced on the 27th that it has raised a total of 110 billion dollars, or over 17 trillion yen, from Amazon, SoftBank Group, and semiconductor giant Nvidia, among others. The company has led the field of generative AI so far, but with intensifying competition from Google and emerging companies like Anthropic, it aims to further strengthen development with the funds raised.
SoftBank Group is planning a record issuance of 1 trillion yen ($6.3 billion) in retail bonds in Japan. This significant bond sale aims to fund the company's ambitious investments in artificial intelligence.
Softbank Group reported first-quarter profits that surpassed analyst expectations, largely attributed to a significant windfall from its investment in Intel.
SoftBank Group CEO Masayoshi Son has rejected concerns about a bubble in artificial intelligence investments, calling such worries 'absurd.' He stated that $5 trillion per year is needed to meet the growing demand for AI.
SoftBank Group CEO Masayoshi Son announced at a shareholders' meeting that he intends to remain at the helm for another 10 to 15 years, dedicating his efforts to AI-related investments and businesses.
SoftBank Group Corp.'s payments division, PayPay, is set to acquire T&D Holdings Inc.'s life insurance unit for $840 million, aiming to expand its offerings and enhance its competitiveness in Japan's growing fintech market.
SoftBank Group announced plans to invest up to 75 billion euros ($87.5 billion) in France to develop a network of artificial intelligence data centers. This significant investment aims to bolster France's AI capabilities and contribute to its digital sovereignty.
SoftBank Group shares surged by almost 20% following news regarding potential initial public offerings for its investments in OpenAI and SB Energy. Investors reacted positively to the prospect of these IPOs.
Japan-based SoftBank Group reported its annual net profit quadrupled to over $30 billion, significantly boosted by its investments in the artificial intelligence sector, including a gain on its OpenAI bet.
SoftBank Group shares tumbled in Tokyo trade, suffering its worst single-day percentage loss in six months, after a published report that OpenAI missed several internal targets in the face of…
SoftBank Group shares have lost momentum as investors express qualms regarding the company's substantial investment in OpenAI, raising questions about its strategic direction and potential returns.