FORM 6-K
U.S. SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549

Report of Foreign Private Issuer
Pursuant to Rule 13a-16 or 15d-16 ofthe Securities Exchange Act of 1934
Commission File Number: 1-15270

For the month of January 2020

NOMURA HOLDINGS, INC.
(Translation of registrant's name into English)

9-1, Nihonbashi 1-chome
Chuo-ku, Tokyo 103-8645
Japan(Address of principal executive offices)

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EXHIBIT
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1. Nomura Signs MOU for Comprehensive Business Alliance with Awa BankSIGNATURES
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report tobe signed on its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized.

NOMURA HOLDINGS, INC.
Date: January 31, 2020

By:__ /s/ Go Sugiyama____________________Go SugiyamaSenior Managing Director

News Release

Nomura Signs MOU for Comprehensive Business Alliance with Awa
BankTokyo, January 31, 2020—Nomura Securities Co., Ltd., a wholly owned subsidiary of Nomura
Holdings, Inc., today announced that it has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) withThe Awa Bank, Ltd. to explore a comprehensive business alliance aimed at providing financial
intermediary services.
The MOU sets out fundamental principles and other necessary considerations for entering into thealliance agreement. Execution of the alliance is subject to an evaluation of the alliance’s impact,regulatory approval, respective company-related approvals as well as the signing of a final
agreement and other necessary agreements. The companies plan to sign the final agreement anddetermine the operational structure under the alliance in the first quarter of the 2020 fiscal year.
1. Background of the MOU
Japan’s low birthrate together with its aging and declining population have caused major structuralchanges that continue to affect regional economies. With more people expected to live to ahundred, it is critical to address the increasing need for social security and other services thatcome with longevity. An important part of this is helping clients build financial assets throughsavings, securities, insurance and other products.
Although the issues of population aging, low birthrate and population decline are particularlypronounced in Tokushima prefecture, where Awa Bank is headquartered, savings are among thehighest in Japan. The two companies believe it is important to provide financial services tailored
to clients’ needs at different stages throughout their lives. This will help build regional financial
assets, contribute to the development of regional economies, and help regional financial
institutions create a sustainable business model that sets them apart.
The planned business alliance will enable the two companies to create a framework to provide
optimal asset management services as well as consultation and proposal solutions that meet theincreasingly sophisticated needs of clients. Nomura and Awa Bank are committed to providing
client oriented services and being the most trusted partner for their clients. By working together tohelp clients with their life plan, the companies aim to build a new model of collaboration to growregional financial assets.
2. Purpose of the MOU
Focusing mainly on transactions with small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs), Awa Bank has
worked to build a distinct, sustainable business model that prioritizes long-term relationships withclients and contributes to lasting client growth and regional development. The bank’s extensive
branch network includes 81 branch offices in Tokushima and over 15 branches in other regions ofJapan. In addition to deposits and loans, the bank also offers custody services related to securities,
insurance and other assets.
However, in light of the prolonged period of negative interest rates in Japan, it has become
necessary to create a structure to generate additional non-interest income. To further enhance its
SME lending business and strengthen its custodial expertise, Awa Bank aims to bolster its

consulting functions and create the framework necessary to provide optimal asset management
and consultation services. In so doing, the bank seeks to build a new business model to help growregional financial assets.
Nomura Securities is one of the core subsidiaries of Nomura Group. Its mission is to contribute to
the creation of an affluent society through its expertise in the capital markets. The firm strives tobecome the most trusted partner for its clients and their financial institution of choice. Through its
nationwide network of branch offices, Nomura Securities employs a consulting-based sales
approach aimed at providing optimal products and services that meet the individual needs of itsclients.
The planned business alliance will bring together Awa Bank’s robust regional client base andNomura’s wealth of expertise in the financial instruments business and full line of products. By
maximizing their respective strengths and the synergies between them, the two companies aim toprovide solutions tailored to the specific succession and asset management needs of regional
clients to help them enjoy an affluent life.
The two companies will also strive to provide high value added services to corporate clients byleveraging Awa Bank’s strengths in the SME lending and financial leasing sectors together with
Nomura’s M&A and IPO expertise.
3. Implementation schedule
The two companies expect to reach a final agreement by the first quarter of the 2020 fiscal year,and plan to set up a new operational structure under the alliance in the first quarter of the fiscal
year ending March 31, 2022.
4. Overview of the two companies
Name
The Awa Bank, Ltd.
Address
2-24-1 Nishisemba-cho,
Tokushima-shi, Tokushima
Representative
President: Susumu Nagaoka
Business
Commercial banking
Capital23,400 million yen
Established
June 21, 1896
Fiscal year-endMarch

Nomura Securities Co., Ltd.
1-9-1 Nihonbashi, Chuo-ku, Tokyo
President: Toshio Morita
Securities business
10,000 million yen
May 7, 2001
March

5. Future outlook
The impact of the planned alliance on Nomura’s consolidated financial results has not been
determined. Nomura will immediately issue an announcement if the possibility of a material impactarises.
ends
NomuraNomura is an Asia-headquartered financial services group with an integrated global network spanning over 30 countries.
By connecting markets East & West, Nomura services the needs of individuals, institutions, corporates and governments
through its four business divisions: Retail, Asset Management, Wholesale (Global Markets and Investment Banking),and Merchant Banking. Founded in 1925, the firm is built on a tradition of disciplined entrepreneurship, serving clientswith creative solutions and considered thought leadership. For further information about Nomura, visit
www.nomura.com.