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Monroe Capital, SMBC (SMFG), and MA Financial have announced a strategic US$1.7 billion joint venture focused on providing senior secured loans to U.S. middle market borrowers. The partnership combines Monroe Capital's direct lending infrastructure, SMBC's private credit and sponsor finance platform, and MA Financial's specialty credit expertise.
The JV represents an evolution in private credit where asset managers and banks collaborate to provide scalable capital solutions. Monroe Capital, as one of the largest lower middle market direct lenders in the U.S., will leverage its origination platform, while SMBC brings its global banking expertise, and MA Financial contributes its specialty credit and co-lending capabilities. The venture aims to address growing financing demands in an underserved market segment.
SMBC Americas has appointed Greg Keeley as its new Chief Operating Officer, marking a significant leadership addition to the banking institution. Based in New York and reporting directly to the Americas CEO, Keeley will oversee the bank's technology, cyber, and operational functions while spearheading transformative initiatives.
Keeley brings extensive experience from his previous role at TD Bank, where he served for six years in key positions including Senior Executive Vice President of Platforms & Technology and Chief Information Officer. His career also includes over two decades at American Express, where he led major technology and leadership initiatives.
According to Hirofumi Otsuka, CEO of SMBC Group Americas Division, Keeley's appointment aligns with the bank's strategy to innovate and scale operations across the Americas. The COO role will be crucial in transforming the bank's infrastructure and implementing a data-driven operating model as SMBC works to diversify its business for its global client base.
Jenius Bank, the digital banking division of SMBC MANUBANK (SMBC Group), has launched an enhanced version of its mobile app and online banking platform. The upgraded platform offers free personalized financial insights based on customers' spending and earning patterns.
The new features include:
- 360-degree view of finances through external account linking
- Monthly spending, earning, and saving tracking
- High-interest debt management insights
- Subscription pricing and unusual activity alerts
- Net worth and credit score monitoring
According to Jenius Bank's consumer research, despite rising costs, customers prioritize spending on media & entertainment (30.1%), travel (29.3%), and health & wellness (26.9%). The bank's research also revealed top definitions of richness: freedom from financial debt (33.4%), early retirement security (33.1%), and establishing generational wealth (27.8%). Currently, Jenius Bank offers a high-yield savings account and personal loan product with competitive rates and no fees.
Hillary Savoie, Managing Director and Chief Banking Officer of SMBC MANUBANK, has been recognized as one of the '2025 Women of Influence: Finance' by the Los Angeles Business Journal. With over 30 years in financial services, Savoie has led the bank's transformation from a Los Angeles community bank into a leading lender in franchise finance, commercial real estate, diversified industries, and trust services.
As the bank's first Chief Banking Officer, Savoie oversees all client, marketing, and product development activities for Commercial and Business Banking operations, including the Japan/Asia Business Division. She joined the executive team in 2023, coinciding with the bank's rebranding from Manufacturers Bank to SMBC MANUBANK. The transformation includes investments in people, technology, and processes to enhance the bank's high-touch business model.
SMBC Nikko Securities America, a broker-dealer subsidiary of SMBC Americas Holdings, has achieved designation as a primary dealer by the Federal Reserve Bank of New York. This makes SMBC Nikko America one of 25 primary dealers in the market, enabling it to serve as a trading counterparty to the New York Fed in monetary policy implementation.
As a primary dealer, the company will participate in open market operations and Treasury auctions, while providing market intelligence and analysis to the New York Fed's open market trading desks. This designation reinforces SMBC Group's commitment to delivering top-tier service and execution to its global client base.
SMBC MANUBANK has announced three key executive appointments to support its business transformation. Michael Trivich joined as Chief Credit Officer in June, Monica Sparks as Chief Accounting Officer in September, and Jeff Jones as Chief Information Officer in October. These appointments are part of the bank's transformation initiative, which began in 2023 with its rebranding from Manufacturers Bank. The new executives will focus on credit risk administration, accounting process automation, and technology infrastructure development for both commercial and digital divisions.
Jefferies Financial Group (NYSE: JEF) has announced the appointment of Toru Nakashima, President and Group CEO of Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group (NYSE: SMFG), to its Board of Directors effective August 12, 2024. This appointment strengthens the strategic alliance between Jefferies and SMBC Group, first established in 2021 and expanded in 2023 and 2024. SMBC intends to increase its economic ownership of Jefferies to up to 15% on an as-converted and fully diluted basis, recently reaching 10.9%. Mr. Nakashima's appointment follows SMBC's right to nominate a board member upon reaching this ownership threshold. Jefferies' CEO Rich Handler and President Brian Friedman expressed enthusiasm for the expanded alliance and the value Mr. Nakashima brings to the board.
The Sumitomo Mitsui Banking (SMBC) Americas Division has appointed Brian Reed to lead its Industrials Group amidst its ongoing expansion in the Americas. Based in New York, Brian will report to Stephanie Bowker and Yoshiyuki Natsuyama. He is tasked with growing the industrials business and managing a team covering sectors such as autos, transportation & mobility, aerospace & defense, and diversified industrials. Brian joins SMBC from Citigroup, where he was the Global Head of Diversified Industrials Corporate Banking. With over two decades of experience in global banking, including a stint as a management consultant, his extensive industry relationships and expertise are expected to bolster SMBC’s Corporate and Investment Banking Coverage team.
Jenius Bank, a digital division of SMBC MANUBANK, reached $1 billion in deposits for its high-yield savings product, offering a 5.25% APY. Launched in summer 2023, the bank also amassed over $700 million in loans. This achievement highlights evolving consumer preferences in financial services. John Rosenfeld, President of Jenius Bank, emphasized the demand for innovative, convenient, and secure banking solutions. Jenius Bank aims to help customers achieve their financial goals and reduce stress. Hirofumi Otsuka, CEO of SMBC Americas Division, noted the bank’s role in SMBC's long-term growth strategy. Plans for product expansion are underway.
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