ORIX Corporation is a Japanese financial services group founded in 1964, with its headquarters located in Tokyo, Japan. The company offers a wide range of financial products and services, including leasing, lending, investment banking, asset management, life insurance, and real estate-related services. ORIX operates in more than 30 countries worldwide, with over 35,000 employees as of 2021.
ORIX was initially established as a leasing company, but has since expanded its operations to include a variety of financial services. The company's leasing business offers equipment leasing and rental services to customers across various industries, such as healthcare, construction, and aviation. ORIX's lending business provides financing to individuals and businesses, while its investment banking arm offers services such as corporate finance and mergers and acquisitions advisory.
ORIX also has a significant presence in the real estate industry, with a focus on investment, development, and management of various properties, including office buildings, retail facilities, and hotels. The company's real estate services include leasing and property management, real estate financing, and asset management.
ORIX went public in 1989, with its shares listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange. The company has since expanded its presence globally, with a number of acquisitions and strategic partnerships. In 2020, ORIX completed the acquisition of 100% of the shares in the aircraft leasing company Avolon Holdings Limited, making it one of the largest aircraft leasing companies in the world.