SMFG Launches Cash Management Tool for US Clients

On April 22, Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group, Inc. (SMFG) launched new cash management and payment features via SMBC Connect. This innovation is designed to support the payment and liquidity management for global clients, specifically tailored for online banking. Additionally, on April 9, its subsidiary, SMBC Aviation Capital Limited, moved closer to acquiring Air Lease Corporation, having secured necessary regulatory approvals. This acquisition is expected to strengthen SMFG's position in the aircraft leasing sector, allowing it to enhance its service offerings in the industry.