The Japan Financial Services Agency (Japan financial regulator) published submission guidance ahead of revisions to the Financial Instruments and Exchange Act taking effect on May 1, 2026.
The Japan Financial Services Agency (Japan financial regulator) has released guidance on how to submit large shareholding reports before revisions to Japan’s Financial Instruments and Exchange Act take effect on May 1, 2026. The notice centers on disclosure procedures tied to major equity holdings, an area that is important for market transparency and regulatory oversight. Large shareholding reports are commonly used to inform regulators and investors when an investor’s stake in a listed company reaches a reportable threshold.