[Free Access] Teikoku Databank Analysis: February 2026 Bankruptcies Exceed 800 for the First Time in 13 Years — Will Fiscal 2025 Bankruptcies Top 10,000 for the Second Consecutive Year?

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What were the total number of corporate bankruptcies recorded in February 2026?

A: In February 2026, there were 833 corporate bankruptcies, representing an 8.5% increase compared to the same month in the previous year.

Q: How did the total liabilities in February 2026 compare to the previous year?

A: Total liabilities in February 2026 amounted to 122.803 billion yen, showing a 26.6% decrease from the 167.287 billion yen recorded in February 2025.

Q: What is the notable trend concerning restaurant bankruptcies in recent years?

A: Restaurant bankruptcies reached a record high of 900 cases in 2025, and the current pace in 2026 suggests it may exceed 1,000 cases this year.

Q: Which company recorded the largest liability in February 2026 bankruptcies?

A: Fukushima Construction Materials Co., Ltd., an affiliate of Drone Net Co., Ltd. involved in group financing, recorded the largest liability at 33.293 billion yen.

Q: What key economic factors are being closely monitored for their potential impact on future bankruptcies?

A: Key factors to watch include interest rate trends, Japan-China relations, U.S. tariffs, consumption tax trends, and the impact of crude oil price surges.