Japan FSA adds new initiatives to major financial groups’ asset management plans

The update covers additional measures on investment capability and governance as part of Japan’s push to become an asset management-focused nation.

Summary

Japan’s FSA (financial regulator) has published additional initiatives under plans disclosed by major financial institution groups to improve investment management capabilities and strengthen governance. The update forms part of the country’s broader “asset management-oriented nation” drive, and the agency directed readers to an Excel file listing each company’s implementation status on its dedicated webpage.

Terms & Concepts
  • governance: Oversight and control framework of an organization
  • asset management: Professional management of investment portfolios and assets