There were 105 M&A transactions in October 2026, with total transaction value reaching ¥1.1056 trillion. Both the number of transactions and transaction value decreased year on year. Restructuring and business reorganisation activity intensified, particularly among regional banks.
There were 105 M&A transactions in October 2026, down 11 year on year. Total transaction value was ¥1.1056 trillion, approximately 42% lower year on year. The three-digit transaction count was maintained for 15 consecutive months. The tally, based on timely disclosures, covers M&A transactions involving the transfer of management control.
Domestic M&A transactions overall totaled 75, with a total transaction value of ¥164.4 billion.
Activity centered on the restructuring of regional banks was notable, with cases emerging in which plans to strengthen competitiveness and reorganise businesses were publicly disclosed.