Japan publishes 2026 revised Corporate Governance Code

The Financial Services Agency and Tokyo Stock Exchange announced the final version of the updated code, marking a formal corporate governance policy revision for 2026.

Summary

Japan’s Financial Services Agency and the Tokyo Stock Exchange have published the final version of the Corporate Governance Code (2026 revised edition). The announcement confirms the updated governance framework has been finalized, with the two bodies jointly releasing the document as an official policy update for listed companies and the broader market.

Terms & Concepts
  • Financial Services Agency: Japan’s main financial regulator
  • Corporate Governance Code: Guidelines for corporate oversight and management accountability
  • Tokyo Stock Exchange: Japan’s primary stock exchange