HC Picks 330

November 4, 2021
by Akane Hashimoto

Period : October 21, 2021 – November 1, 2021

Category : [Business] [Policy (BOJ)] [Economy]

-Policies and business activities related to Japan investment opportunities-


● Japan’s SBI rejects new bid conditions sought by Shinsei Bank

 > “Battle continues…”

● Japan’s Tourism Vacuum Diminishes Positives of Weaker Yen

 > “Once the pandemic is resolved, I believe people would wish to travel.”

#Business


● Japan PM Kishida’s pledge to review quarterly disclosure may take years

 > “Discussion should be more important than implementation.”

● Japan to urge companies to share information on big shareholders

#Policy (BOJ)


● With over 70% fully vaccinated, Japan ranks in top three among G7

 > “Could be a supporting trend for business to grow towards a post-pandemic normal.”

● BOJ cuts Japan’s potential growth estimate, highlighting need for reforms

#Economy