SoftBank Group Hits Day High with 3.99% Surge Amid Market Decline

SoftBank Group Corp. has experienced a notable increase of 3.99% on February 26, 2026, reaching an intraday high of JPY 4,269.00. This performance stands in contrast to the Japan Nikkei 225, which declined by 1.12% on the same day. Over the past week, SoftBank's stock has seen a decrease of 5.45%, while its monthly performance shows a modest gain of 3.27%. In terms of annual performance, SoftBank has surged by 92.17%, significantly outperforming the Nikkei 225's 46.92% increase. However, year-to-date, the stock has faced a decline of 4.59%, contrasting with the Nikkei's positive performance of 12.88%. Over a three-year period, SoftBank has shown impressive growth of 200.13%, while its five-year performance stands at 69.7%. Key financial metrics indicate a market capitalization of JPY 22,904,511 million and a P/E ratio of 5.00. The company maintains a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.91 and a return on equity of 25.81%, reflecting its financial positioning within the telecom equipment and accessories industry.