HC Picks 127

July 26, 2017
by Akane Hashimoto

Policies and business activities related to Japan investment opportunities

Japan Regulator Warns Small Banks They Must Change to Survive
“After years of warning, our regulators probably wouldn’t rescue those who might get in trouble.”

Japan’s finance czar gets a rare 3rd term — and 3 challenges
“2017 will be a very important year for Japanese asset management industry.”

Most Japan firms reluctant to boost shareholder returns further: Reuters poll
“Interesting to see how the monetary policy makers will react in case no further improvements of? balance sheet structure is seen.”

Japan’s regulator steps up disclosure duties for life insurers
“This is big thing. Insurance companies will no more be able to aggressively sell their services to the companies they own.”

 

Recent News

 

Policy (BOJ)

Bank of Japan Delays Inflation Target Date?Again
Bank of Japan keeps monetary policy steady, cuts inflation expectations
Best-case scenario still grim for Japan’s public finances

 

Inbound??

Japan inbound tourism hits record high

 

Economy

Japan exports notch seventh straight month of growth

 

Business??

Marusan goes live with Fidessa for wholesale agency trading