Strategic acquisitions Daiwa Securities has recently completed or announced acquisitions including Aerfin Limited and the ORIX Bank transfer, signaling a strategic expansion into aviation assets and financial services capabilities that create cross-selling opportunities with financial products and asset-backed financing.

AI wealth growth Active development of an AI system to support wealth management in partnership with Sakana AI positions Daiwa Securities as a tech-forward broker with potential for selling AI-driven advisory platforms, data analytics services, and AI-enabled decision-support tools to affluent clients and wealth management partners.

Global reach Geopolitical risks impacting M&A in Europe highlight a need for diversified, resilient deal pipelines and cross-border advisory services, suggesting opportunities to offer international due diligence, risk assessment, and cross-border financing solutions.

Aviation finance Capital participation in Airborne Capital and expanded aircraft leasing capabilities indicate a growing appetite for aviation lending and leasing, creating demand for structured finance, risk management, and fleet optimization services.

Growth footprint Office expansions across Japan and Eastern Asia imply scaling capabilities and enhanced client service capacity, presenting opportunities to upsell enterprise-level treasury management, corporate banking, and regional coverage solutions to mid-to-large firms.