by Akane Hashimoto
Period : February 19, 2021 – March 2, 2021
Category :[Economy] [Policy (BOJ)] [Business]
-Policies and business activities related to Japan investment opportunities-
● Japan’s capex extends declines as firms tighten purse strings
> “We might need further evidence on COVID direction and new life style.”
● A $9 Billion Mizuho Fund Sparks Review of ESG Labels in Japan
> “Investors need protection from commercialism…”
> “ASOBI stands for playstation or playroom.”
● Breakingviews – Unizo mess could make Japan M&A less hospitable
● Distressed Japan Hotel Chain Unizo Sparks Hedge Fund Battle
> “Lone Star might not had breached any rules or law, but it questions about the managers fiduciary duty. Shocking. They may be kicked out from Japan.”
● Canon Inc. — Moody’s downgrades Canon Inc. to Baa1; outlook changed to stable from negative