Japan

Sustainable Finance

JPX Starts Disclosing Daily Data on Green Bond Projects

By Editors | 21/08/2022

A new “Green Tracking Hub” is disclosing the amount of power generated by renewable energy projects financed by JPX’s first digitally tracked green bond.

Structural Regulation

More TSE Companies Disclosing Information in English

By Editors | 12/08/2022

English language disclosures are now part of the Corporate Governance Code, and considered a key factor to boost foreign participation in Japanese markets.

Cryptocurrency

Japanese Crypto Industry Bodies Call for Tax Reforms

By Editors | 11/08/2022

The JCBA and JVCEA are asking for income from crypto-asset transactions to be taxed separately at a rate of 20 percent, rather than together with other income.

Reporting & Disclosures

JPXI to Launch Platform For Listed Company ESG Disclosures

By Editors | 11/08/2022

ESG-related information disclosed on each company’s website for the most recent three months will be displayed on the portal.

Market Data & Technology

Japan QUICK Corp to Disseminate Real Time ODX Data

By Editors | 09/08/2022

QUICK Corp will disseminate real time market information obtained from Osaka Digital Exchange’s Proprietary Trading System for listed securities.

Capital Adequacy

CFTC Proposes Capital Comparability Determination for Japan

By Editors | 02/08/2022

Nonbank swap dealers domiciled in Japan would be able to satisfy certain US capital and financial reporting requirements by complying with comparable requirements in Japan.

Trading & Investment

JPX Unveils Plans to Promote ‘New Capitalism’ Agenda

By Editors | 31/07/2022

JPX will develop an environment that promotes innovation and growth in companies, while also improving financial literacy and promoting asset building by households.

Trading & Investment

JPX to Enhance Dialogue Between Listed Companies & Investors

By Editors | 28/07/2022

JPX and JPXI will work with IR platform operator Minsetsu to promote communications between listed companies and investors.

Cryptocurrency

Japan FSA Dissatisfied With Crypto Industry Self-Regulation – Report

By Editors | 24/07/2022

Japan’s self-regulatory body for the crypto industry is being criticised for poor governance, lack of skilled staff, and slow implementation of AML rules.