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- Daiwa Securities Group Inc operates as a comprehensive financial services firm headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, founded in 1902. The company provides a broad range of products and services through four main segments: Retail, Wholesale, Asset Management, and Investment. Its Retail segment serves individual investors and unlisted companies, offering brokerage services, equities, fixed income products, investment trusts, wrap account services, insurance, banking, and inheritance-related financial services. The Wholesale segment, led by Daiwa Capital Markets, includes Global Markets services such as sales and trading of stocks, bonds, foreign exchange, and derivatives, alongside Global Investment Banking, which covers securities underwriting, mergers and acquisitions advisory, and other investment banking solutions predominantly targeting corporate and institutional clients worldwide. The Asset Management segment, managed by Daiwa Asset Management Co. Ltd., focuses on investment trust management, pension fund management, and related asset management services. The Investment segment is dedicated to launching new investment funds and managing the return on existing projects. Additional operations include banking, information services, back-office functions, and real estate rental through various subsidiaries.
In recent developments, Daiwa Securities Group has pursued strategic expansion via international partnerships and investments, most notably acquiring a minority stake in Ambit Wealth Pvt Ltd., one of India’s leading wealth managers, positioning Ambit as an equity-method affiliate. This move aligns with Daiwa's ongoing efforts to deepen its asset management capabilities and expand its presence in the growing Indian market. Furthermore, in 2025, Daiwa entered a capital and business alliance with Mitsui & Co. and Japan Post Insurance in the alternative asset management sector, aimed at enhancing Daiwa Asset Management’s investment capabilities and broadening product offerings. Daiwa has also continued to emphasize its digital services expansion to improve customer experience and operational efficiency. It maintains significant global operations across Asia, Europe, and North America, serving a diversified client base including individuals, corporations, and institutional investors.
Daiwa Securities Group’s integrated business model leverages its expertise across wealth management, global markets, and asset management to deliver high-value financial solutions while maintaining an emphasis on sustainable growth and innovation. The company reported revenues of approximately $2.44 billion in the recent quarter and holds assets under management estimated at 30 trillion yen as of late 2024. Daiwa is recognized for its extensive global network, robust research capabilities, and client-centric approach within the Japanese financial industry as well as in international markets. The company continues to evolve through acquisitions, strategic partnerships, and new product launches to strengthen its competitive position and diversify its revenue streams.