HC Picks Category: 01 Business

2023/10/14
MUFG earned double its $9bn Morgan Stanley rescue investment
"This relationship might have last for longer than expected. There is a strong tie in Japan."
2023/10/03
Japan’s property sector sees ‘golden period’ as foreign investments surge 45%
"Japanese real estate may be the most attractive asset based in JPY, but relatively expensive. It is important to create relationships with banks and corporates to purchase at a discount."
2023/09/11
KKR, SBI to set up fund to tap into Japan's wealthy individuals
"Look to be creating a distribution platform."
2023/09/07
NEC acquires fintech company to help employees build assets
"Why NEC had to acquire the company? A strategic alliance should have been enough…"
2023/09/04
AB Capital Hires EQT Exeter’s Kusumine Enami to Lead Japan Office
"It is good for individuals to find good position, but how managers can sustain its' investment philosophy?"
2023/08/14
Exclusive: SoftBank in talks to buy Vision Fund's 25% stake in Arm -sources
"Since Softbank regards VF investment companies to be Softbank investment companies, there is a conflict of interests. Valuation is extremely sensitive."
2023/08/09
Ex-Mizuho VP Sues Bank Alleging Bias Against Non-Japanese Staff
"This is kind of a shame that hadn't changed in the past 20 years… Not common amongst corporate Japan, but can be seen in traditional companies."
2023/08/07
Japan investor group to launch $14bn Toshiba takeover bid Tuesday
"At last, the deal looks to complete. It took so long, shall see how JIP can add value to the company."
2023/08/02
MSCI names special adviser to CEO
2023/06/26
Japan steps into chip supply chain with $6.4bn JSR deal
"Government lead business consolidation is fine, but again at a premium?"