Chikuho Bank
Chikuho Bank is a regional bank based in Kurume, Fukuoka, Japan. The bank was founded in 1952 and provides a range of retail banking services to individuals and businesses in the local area. Industries it has a preference for include: diversified/conglomerates, agribusiness, biotechnology, business services, consumer discretionary, consumer products (CPG; FMCG), consumer services, energy & utilities, healthcare, healthcare specialist, information technology, marketing/advertising, medical devices & equipment, raw materials & natural resources, renewable energy. Verticals it has a preference for include: artificial intelligence (AI)/machine learning, blockchain, cleantech, fintech, IoT (internet of things). Its preferred route(s) to market include: direct investments.