Japan's Aozora, Arthur D. Little partner on investment, advisory services

Joint venture aims to help small, mid-sized companies grow and pursue M&A

Aozora Bank will identify investment opportunities and serve as the primary source of financing for the new joint venture. (Source photos Nikkei)

MOTONARI YOSHIMI

October 3, 2026 11:01 JST

TOKYO — Aozora Bank and the Japanese arm of U.S. consulting firm Arthur D. Little have teamed up to launch a business combining corporate investment with management advisory services, aiming to help small and midsize companies pursue mergers and acquisitions and expand overseas.

Japan’s Aozora, Arthur D. Little partner on investment, advisory services