This week features a number of important events, including the US FOMC and the BOJ Monetary Policy Meeting, elections in various countries and the release of economic indicators. The schedule covers each day from 13 to 18 September.
On 13 September, votes will be counted in the Okinawa gubernatorial election, while Sweden's general election is also scheduled to take place, drawing attention to election developments in Japan and abroad. Election information from other countries is also included in the schedule for the same day.
On 14 September, international conferences including the IAEA General Conference (Vienna, through 18 September) and Gastech (Bangkok, through 17 September) will be held, with developments related to regional energy and security expected to be reported. Legislative elections are also scheduled in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in the Philippines.
On 15 September, the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism will release the 2026 benchmark land prices, while the US Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) will meet through 16 September. The Xiangshan Forum in Beijing will also be held through 17 September.
On 16 September, events including a press conference by Hibino (日比野), chairman of the Japan Securities Dealers Association, are scheduled. Listing-related information for オリバー (Standard) and オーディオストック (Growth), as well as releases of statistics on machinery orders, trade and the number of visitors to Japan, is also scheduled.
On 17 September, the BOJ Policy Board's Monetary Policy Meeting is scheduled to continue through 18 September, while Tokyo Game Show 2026 will run through 21 September. The BOJ will also release preliminary Flow of Funds Accounts and condominium market trend data.
On 18 September, BOJ Governor Ueda (植田) is scheduled to hold a press conference. Major statistics including the August Consumer Price Index (CPI) will be released, along with earnings-related events and listing information involving other companies.