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Japan IPO valuations hit record high

03/09/2026

01:55

The average market capitalisation of companies newly listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange reached a record 30.9 billion yen (US$193 million) between January and August 2026, up 60% from 2025. The trend suggests Japanese start-ups are taking more time to build scale and a stronger foundation before going public.

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Japan IPO valuations hit record high

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