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EXCLUSIVESoftBank Profit Beats Expectations After ¥1.3 Trillion Intel Gain

By Kenji Yamamoto4 min read

Tokyo, 6 August 2026 – SoftBank Group reported a better-than-expected quarterly profit as a sharp increase in the value of its Intel stake offset weaker performance elsewhere in the Japanese technology investor’s portfolio.

Net income for the three months ended 30 June declined by less than analysts had anticipated, supported by a ¥1.3 trillion, or approximately US$8.5 billion, investment gain from Intel. The US chipmaker’s shares rose 216% during the quarter, transforming SoftBank’s investment into the dominant contributor to its latest earnings.

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  • Kenji Yamamoto is a Senior Fellow at The Ledger Asia, where he explores the critical nexus of Asian international relations, economic development, and environmental sustainability. With extensive experience in cross-border policy analysis, Kenji provides a unique perspective on how diplomatic alliances and green energy transitions drive long-term growth across the Asia-Pacific.

    Previously an advisor for regional development banks, he specializes in sustainable infrastructure and the circular economy’s role in modernizing emerging markets. At The Ledger Asia, Kenji’s deep-dive reports help readers navigate the complex balance between rapid industrialization and the global imperative for climate resilience and corporate responsibility.