SoftBank Group Corp.

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9984

JP3436100006

Wireless Telecommunications Services

Delayed Japan Exchange Other stock markets 12:00:00 10/04/2026 pm IST			5-day change	1st Jan Change
3,778.00 ^JPY	+0.08%		+4.68%	-14.14%

12/04	SoftBank has set up a company in Japan to develop AI domestically, Nikkei says	RE
12/04	Eight companies, including NEC and Honda, are investing in SoftBank's new company for Japan-developed AI, Nikkei says	RE

SoftBank Looking at Potential Deal for Data-Center Operator Switch, Bloomberg Says, Citing Sources

Published on 12/12/2025 at 04:17 pm IST

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--Japan's SoftBank Group is weighing potential acquisitions to further its artificial-intelligence push, viewing U.S.-based data-center operator Switch as a possible target, Bloomberg reported, citing unnamed sources.

--According to Bloomberg, SoftBank and Switch have discussed a possible deal, and the owners of the data-center group have sought a valuation of about $50 billion, including debt.

--Switch is also gearing up for an initial public offering as soon as early next year, Bloomberg said.

Full story: https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-12-12/softbank-eyes-data-center-group-switch-as-son-hunts-for-ai-plays

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Latest news about SoftBank Group Corp.

12/04	SoftBank has set up a company in Japan to develop AI domestically, Nikkei says	RE
12/04	Eight companies, including NEC and Honda, are investing in SoftBank's new company for Japan-developed AI, Nikkei says	RE
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09/04	Arm Chief Haas to Direct SoftBank's Global Semiconductor Operations	MT
09/04	Blackstone, Apollo Global Management, Softbank expressed interest in investing in Tepco, Nikkei reports	RE
09/04	PRESS DIGEST-Financial Times - April 9	RE
09/04	Arm CEO Haas in line to lead much of parent SoftBank's international business, FT reports	RE
09/04	Arm chief Haas in line to lead much of Softbank's international business - FT	RE
09/04	Arm chief Haas in line to lead much of SoftBank's international business - FT	RE
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Company Profile

SoftBank Group Corp. is a Japan-based company principally engaged in the communication and Internet related business. The Company operates in six business segments. Softbank segment is involved in the sale of mobile terminals, the provision of mobile communication services and fixed communication services in Japan. The Segment also sells mobile terminal accessories, PC software and peripherals. Sprint segment is involved in the provision of mobile communication services and others in the US. Yahoo segment conducts advertising business on the Internet, e-commerce business and membership service business. ARM segment is involved in the design of IP and related technologies for microprocessors, and the sale of software tools. Softbank Vision Fund and Delta Fund segment conducts investment activities in the technology area. Bright Star segment conducts distribution of mobile terminals overseas. The Company is also involved in Fortress and Fukuoka Softbank Hawks related business.

Employees

67,229

Sector

Wireless Telecommunications Services

Calendar

13/05 - Earnings release - Annual 2026

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