The Bridge Consulting Group (Bridgicon G)<9225.T>rebounded. At one point, it reached 1,229 yen, up 47 yen from the previous Friday. After the close on the 21st, it was announced that a strategic business partnership agreement was concluded with Japan Investment Advisors (JIA)<7172.T>to strengthen support for IPOs (Initial Public Offerings) / M&A (Mergers and Acquisitions), which was well-received.

As a result, the company will strengthen its collaboration with JIA, which handles J-Advisor operations concerning whether it meets listing eligibility requirements, and expand support to smoothly proceed with M&A involving IPOs or listed companies. Specifically, the company will provide assistance...