The Bank of Japan announced a policy of substantially increasing the pace of sales of its holdings of equity ETFs to approximately 2.6 times the previous rate. Sales are scheduled to begin in January 2027, with completion expected to take approximately 43 years.
The Bank of Japan indicated that it plans to accelerate sales of its holdings of equity ETFs to approximately 2.6 times the current pace. The specific sales amount will be increased promptly, and market attention is also focused on future developments.
The Bank of Japan plans to begin sales in January 2027 and has published the overall outline of its long-term sales plan. Completion is expected to take approximately 43 years.
The move is viewed as potentially affecting stock prices and other financial indicators in connection with the Bank of Japan’s Monetary Policy Meetings and the market reaction.