Japanese economy
Cracks in Confidence: How a Nuclear Scandal Shakes Japan’s Economy and Investor Trust
A Japanese power company’s data manipulation scandal threatens to derail the nation’s nuclear restart program, shaking investor confidence and the economy.
The Phoenix Economy: Why Corporate Japan Must Conquer its 30-Year Trauma to Thrive
For decades, Japan’s economy was haunted by its past. Now, a new era of inflation is forcing a reckoning. Can its corporate leaders adapt?
The Pen That Defied Deflation: What a 40-Year Price Hike Tells Us About Japan’s New Economic Reality
A Japanese pen maker’s first price hike in 40 years signals a major shift in Japan’s economy, with huge implications for finance and investing.
The $580 Billion Treasure Hiding in Japan’s Closets: A New Frontier for its Economy?
Japan is sitting on a $580bn hidden asset class: unused household goods. Fintech is now unlocking this value, with huge implications for its economy.
Phoenix of the Bubble Era: How One Bank’s IPO Could Reshape Japanese Finance
An IPO of a bubble-era Japanese bank could trigger a wave of M&A, aiming to create a “fourth megabank” and reshape the country’s financial landscape.
A Radioactive Bet: Why Japan’s Return to Nuclear Power is a High-Stakes Game for the Global Economy
Japan’s pivot back to nuclear power is a high-stakes gamble driven by economic necessity. What does this mean for investors and the global economy?
Nuclear Phoenix: Why Japan is Betting Its Economic Future on a Controversial Energy Comeback
Japan’s pivot back to nuclear power is a high-stakes gamble, balancing a traumatic past with the urgent need for economic stability and energy security.
The Domino Effect: How a Tourist Slowdown is Shaking the Foundations of Japan’s Stock Market
A diplomatic chill is causing more than just canceled flights; it’s triggering a major re-evaluation of Japan’s economic future and rattling investors.
Beyond the Balance Sheet: Decoding Asia-Pacific’s Top Employers and the Future of Investing
A deep dive into the FT/Statista report on APAC’s best employers, analyzing what workforce trends mean for the economy, finance, and intelligent investing.
The Konbini Conundrum: Why Japan’s Convenience Stores Are a Warning Sign for the Global Economy
Japan’s iconic konbini face a crisis from an aging workforce and rising wages, offering a stark warning for the global economy and investors.
The Hidden Tax on Japan’s Economy: Why Workplace “Pawahara” Is a Critical Risk for Investors
A Japanese firm’s new catalogue of workplace microaggressions signals a major cultural shift with profound implications for Japan’s economy and investors.