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Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (MUFG) has updated its Green Deposit Framework in collaboration with Morningstar Sustainalytics, focusing on aligning financing criteria for green assets with market standards. Following a launch in February 2021 in the U.S., Green Deposits are now available in Australia, China, Hong Kong, and Japan. The framework supports environmentally sustainable projects, including renewable energy and energy efficiency. An annual review ensures adherence to industry best practices, with the first review for 2021 completed in April 2022.

Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (MUFG) has filed its Annual Report on Form 20-F for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2022, with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission on July 8, 2022. The report includes audited consolidated financial statements prepared under U.S. GAAP. Shareholders can access the report via MUFG's official website and request a hard copy free of charge.

Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (MUFG) has successfully closed a USD 300 million acquisition facility for SKY Leasing, aimed at financing the purchase of 12 off-lease Boeing 737 MAX8 aircraft. This facility stands out due to its structural enhancements tailored for aircraft financing. MUFG has previously supported SKY in their financing ventures, establishing a strong partnership. As of May 2022, SKY has executed $3.5 billion in aircraft transactions, showcasing its growth in the leasing sector.

On June 28, 2022, MUFG announced the appointment of Masatoshi Komoriya as the new Executive Chairman of MUFG Americas Holdings Corporation and its U.S. banking subsidiary, MUFG Union Bank, N.A., effective June 30, 2022. Komoriya, who brings over 30 years of banking experience in Japan, the U.S. and EMEA, succeeds Kazuo Koshi, who served as Executive Chairman from April 2020 to April 2022. Komoriya will also continue in his roles as Deputy Chief Operating Officer and Deputy Chief Executive of the Global Commercial Banking Business Group.

Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (MUFG) announced the hiring of Garret Rowan as Head of Leveraged Loan Trading and Mike Macchia for the Leveraged Finance Sales team, both based in New York. This expansion reflects MUFG's strategic focus on leveraged finance, crucial for its success in corporate banking. Rowan, with extensive experience at UBS, Deutsche Bank, and US Bancorp, will enhance trading capabilities, while Macchia will build out MUFG's distribution platform for leveraged loans. This move supports MUFG's ambition to be a top corporate-banking debt house in the Americas.

Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (MUFG) has appointed Ray Barretto as Director and Head ABS Trader, focusing on expanding the bank's asset-backed securities (ABS) trading platform. Barretto brings nearly two decades of experience, including a Vice President role at Barclays. His expertise will support MUFG's ambitious business goals for FY 2022. The bank, headquartered in New York, has $332.4 billion in total assets as of March 31, 2022, aiming to bolster its market share in the ABS space through Barretto's leadership.

Nick Cole, Head of Restaurant Finance at MUFG, presents a mid-year outlook highlighting significant trends in the restaurant industry. Key points include a comparative advantage for restaurants amid rising food prices, with CPI for restaurant purchases increasing by only 7.4% compared to 11.9% for grocery items. Labor shortages are stabilizing, while supply disruptions, particularly in beef, pose risks. Real estate utilization has improved, supporting restaurant capacities. Cole anticipates a resurgence in mergers and acquisitions as industry pressures ease.

MUFG and MUFG Bank announced an agreement on September 21, 2021, to sell MUFG Union Bank, N.A. to U.S. Bancorp. The sale, pending regulatory approval, is now expected to close in the second half of CY2022 due to delays in the U.S. regulatory process. Both parties have made significant progress in planning for the sale's closing and integration. The deal is still subject to regulatory approvals and other closing conditions, with a formal closing date to be announced at least 30 days prior to the finalization.

D.A. Davidson has committed to enhancing its marketing and digital transformation efforts within its Investment Banking and Institutional Equities divisions. The firm has appointed Andreea Popa as the head of Equity Capital Markets Marketing to spearhead a strategic marketing plan aimed at growth across key industry verticals including consumer, diversified industrials, technology, and financial institutions. With over 20 years of experience, Popa will focus on increasing visibility and supporting business development initiatives.