The SoftBank Group has overtaken Toyota to become the most valuable company in Japan, achieving a market capitalization of Y=46 trillion (approximately $288 billion). This milestone comes as SoftBank's shares have surged by 80% this year, largely driven by its ambitious investments in artificial intelligence (AI) and the anticipated public offerings of its portfolio companies, Chat GPT and SB Energy. In contrast, Toyota has experienced a 10% decline in its share value, resulting in a market valuation that has fallen below Y=46 trillion. The rise of SoftBank reflects the growing confidence in AI technologies, even as global markets face challenges such as the ongoing conflict in Iran. Additionally, SoftBank announced plans to invest €45 billion ($53 billion) over five years to develop AI infrastructure in France, part of a broader €75 billion ($87 billion) initiative aimed at enhancing AI data center capabilities across Europe. SoftBank CEO Masayoshi Son emphasized the importance of building infrastructure for AI, stating that countries that lead in this area will shape the future of technology and society.