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MUFG Bank to Use AI and Satellite Imagery for Real Estate Collateral Appraisals

Starting fiscal 2027, MUFG Bank aims to cut down on-site inspection hours by 10,000 annually through a new AI-driven system, potentially sharing it with regional banks facing labor shortages.

Jul 7, 2026, 11:17 PM Nikkei Asia

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TOKYO — MUFG Bank announced plans to implement a system combining satellite imagery and artificial intelligence to inspect real estate used as loan collateral beginning in fiscal 2027. This initiative is expected to reduce the labor-intensive process of on-site inspections by approximately 10,000 hours annually.

The new system aims to streamline collateral appraisals, particularly benefiting loans to small businesses. MUFG Bank is also considering sharing this technology with regional banks, many of which are currently challenged by labor shortages.

This development reflects MUFG Bank's commitment to leveraging advanced technologies to improve operational efficiency in the banking sector.

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