Essential Insights for Small Business Owners: Upcoming Changes to Stock Valuation in 2028

Important Online Seminar for Small Business Owners

Tsujihongo Tax Corporation, a leading tax advisory firm in Japan, will be hosting a free online seminar titled "Essential Insights for Small Business Owners: Upcoming Changes to Stock Valuation in 2028" on September 16, 2026. This seminar is crucial for business owners and successors who need to understand the forthcoming changes in the stock valuation method set to take effect from January 2028.

The impending revision of stock valuation methods could lead to a significant increase in evaluation amounts. This change raises concerns regarding potential burdens from inheritance taxes in the future, making it essential for businesses to accurately comprehend the impact and begin strategic preparations in advance. Understanding these changes is vital for ensuring stable and continuous business operations.

The seminar will effectively summarize the key points of this reform and its implications on stock evaluations in just thirty minutes, catering specifically to busy entrepreneurs and successors. Attendees will be educated on the reasons behind the changes, the latest information on revising guidelines, and the associated risks. More importantly, concrete measures and action plans that can be initiated right now will be communicated concisely.

If you have questions about the impact of these changes on your company's stock value and succession plans, this seminar is a perfect opportunity for you.

Seminar Details

- Title: Essential Insights for Small Business Owners: Upcoming Changes to Stock Valuation in 2028
- Date: September 16, 2026
- Time: 3:00 PM to 3:30 PM (JST)
- Format: Online Lecture (via Zoom)
- Cost: Free of charge
- Participant Limit: None

Key Topics to be Covered

1. Reasons for Change in Stock Valuation: Understand why these modifications are necessary.
2. Latest Updates on Revision Guidelines: Insight into the upcoming revisions and what they entail.
3. Identify Risks and Necessary Actions: Learn about the risks associated with the changes and what steps business owners should take today.

Please Note:
1. The seminar will be broadcast live via Zoom, lasting approximately 30 minutes. There will be no recorded sessions available afterward.
2. Participants will receive an email with instructions on how to join the seminar on the day of the event.

About the Speaker

Suguru Sato
Suguru Sato is the Manager of the Business Succession Company at Tsujihongo Tax Corporation's Midtown Yaesu Office. Having joined the company in 2015, he specializes in business succession consulting, assisting companies and individuals with various advisory services.

About Tsujihongo Tax Corporation

As one of Japan's largest tax advisory firms, Tsujihongo Tax Corporation operates nationwide with over 2,000 employees and more than 20,000 client relationships. Focusing on corporate advisory services and individual asset taxation, they provide consulting in business succession, medical and public finance tax, and international taxation across their specialized fields.