Japan Specialist

Mark Chadwick

Over 20 years experience in equities and asset management in Asia and Japan. Qualified CFA with experience analyzing companies as a buy-side analyst. In-depth knowledge of company fundamental analysis, corporate governance and valuations.

Thematic (Sector/Industry)

Japan Financials / Thematic (Sector/Industry)

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<li>Despite mixed economic signals, markets showed resilience. The S&amp;P 500 gained 0.6%, the DJIA added 1.5%, and the Nasdaq remained flat.</li>
<li>The Japanese yen continued its decline against major currencies, falling below 159 per USD, nearing levels last seen in April before intervention by Japan's Ministry of Finance</li>
<li>Fancl's (4921) stock surged 19% to ¥2,720 following Kirin Holdings' announcement to acquire it as a wholly owned subsidiary</li>
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Despite mixed economic signals, markets showed resilience. The S&amp;P 500 gained 0.6%, the DJIA added 1.5%, and the Nasdaq remained flat.
The Japanese yen continued its decline against major currencies, falling below 159 per USD, nearing levels last seen in April before intervention by Japan's Ministry of Finance
Fancl's (4921) stock surged 19% to ¥2,720 following Kirin Holdings' announcement to acquire it as a wholly owned subsidiary


Japan Weekly | S&P 500 Continues Longest Stretch Without Significant Volatility Since GFC.