Cboe Global Markets announced on Wednesday that it will exit its Japanese equities operations, which includes both the Cboe Japan proprietary trading system and the Cboe BIDS Japan block trading platform.The company plans to halt operations on August 29, 2025, pending discussions with regulatory authorities before finalising the closure.The move comes as shifting market dynamics have made it increasingly difficult to sustain its equities business in Japan from a financial standpoint.---Cboe Global Markets is a leading U.S.-based exchange operator best known for its options and volatility products, including the Cboe Volatility Index (VIX). Headquartered in Chicago, Cboe operates several securities and derivatives exchanges globally, covering equities, options, futures, FX, and digital assets. It is a key player in market innovation and electronic trading, offering platforms for institutional and retail investors alike. Cboe's broad reach includes the Cboe Options Exchange, BZX, BYX, EDGX, and EDGA, among others. This article was written by Eamonn Sheridan at investinglive.com.