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September 13, 2017
by Akane Hashimoto

Policies and business activities related to Japan investment opportunities

Japan’s Financial Services Agency: An English guidebook for foreign asset Managers to establish a business base in Japan
Japan FSA releases english guide for foreign asset managers to setup Tokyo base
“Must read: This guidebook provides good overview of the Japanese business landscape and required registrations.”

Japan regional bank consolidation “inevitable”: adviser to regulator
“Issues on regional banks had been in talk since more than 20 years ago.”

Japan seeks greater transparency, details in audit reports
“Precise and timely disclosure is really key to encourage individuals long term investment.”

Japan Post Bank up for PE co-investments in country’s small, mid-market space: Report
“It is going to be a huge support for industry consolidations.”

Japan regional banks’ core profits falling faster than expected – FSA draft
“FSA report is expected to be released later this month.”

Japan’s $95 Billion REIT Market Has Mom and Pop Buyers Tiptoe In
“Income generating assets would fit well for elder investors who requires current income.”

How Listed Companies Have Addressed?Japan’s Corporate Governance Code (Status as of July 14, 2017)
“Statistical report that may help you look at the landscape.”

 

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