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JFSA

Japan Financial Services Agency - Japan's strict financial regulator with very low leverage limits.

Definition

JFSA (Japan Financial Services Agency) is Japan's integrated financial regulator. It imposes some of the strictest rules globally, including maximum 25:1 leverage on forex. JFSA-regulated brokers serve Japanese residents exclusively.

How It Works

Regulates all financial services in Japan
Maximum leverage 25:1 on forex (among lowest globally)
Strict advertising and disclosure rules
Only for Japanese residents

Trading Tips

JFSA brokers only serve Japanese clients

Very strict but excellent protection

Most international traders can't access JFSA brokers

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