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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

1

JFSA brokers only serve Japanese clients

2

Very strict but excellent protection

3

Most international traders can't access JFSA brokers

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