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Japan plans tax break to shake up low-return businesses

Japan's government is considering tax breaks on non-core business sales. This move aims to accelerate corporate restructuring and industry consolidation efforts. The plan would defer corporate tax on sale gains if proceeds are reinvested. This initiative is modeled on Germany's successful tax reforms from the early 2000s. Such changes could boost already active merger and acquisition deal activity in Japan.

25 Aug 2026 9:00 am