SoftBank swings to first-half loss as AI hopes face new setbacks

SoftBank SoftBank swings to first-half loss as AI hopes face new setbacks China blocks robotics deal; US election raises questions over data center plans SoftBank's investors are focused on the success of its artificial intelligence growth strategy, including its investments in robotics and data centers. (Photo by Shintaro Ino) TSUBASA SURUGA November 10, 2026 16:06 JST Updated on November 10, 2026 18:27 JST TOKYO -- SoftBank Group on Tuesday swung to a first-half net loss, as it faces growing uncertainty over its ambitious artificial intelligence strategy following political setbacks in the U.S. and regulatory hurdles in China. Read Next Business deals China blocks SoftBank's $5.4bn deal for ABB robotics division SoftBank SoftBank plans $50bn AI investment in Malaysia, PM says Finance SoftBank Group plans record sales of high-yield bonds to invest in OpenAI IPO SoftBank-backed SB Energy files for US IPO as AI turbocharges demand Markets SoftBank Group plunges 11% after OpenAI says no IPO this year Tech Asia SB Energy does SoftBank's spadework for Son's AI drive Latest on SoftBank SoftBank SoftBank plans $50bn AI investment in Malaysia, PM says SoftBank SoftBank Group to launch $11bn bond sale to fund OpenAI investment SoftBank SoftBank Group sets 4.75% coupon for 1 trillion yen retail bond Sponsored Content About Sponsored Content This content was commissioned by Nikkei's Global Business Bureau.