Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group, Inc. announced demise of Jun Ohta, Group CEO passed away and stepped down from his position on November 25,2023, at the age of 65. Due to this change, Toru Nakashima, Deputy President and Executive Officer (Representative Executive Officer) has started the acting duties for the time being. The company will be selecting the successor in accordance with appropriate procedure, and will announce in a timely manner.