Japan Exchange Group announces share buyback, FY2026 forecast

Japan Exchange Group (TSE:8697) announced a share buyback program, signaling confidence in its financial position and commitment to increasing shareholder value. The decision was made at a board meeting on April 28, 2025, and is based on the provisions of Article 459, Paragraph 1 of the Companies Act and the company's articles of incorporation. JPX plans to acquire up to 40,000,000 of its own common shares, representing approximately 3.8% of its total issued shares (excluding treasury shares), for a total purchase price not exceeding JPY 20 billion. The buyback period will run from April 30, 2025, to October 28, 2025.