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>The Nikkei 225 Index declined by 0.56%, closing at 39,689 for the week, while the broader Topix Index gained 0.64% to reach 2,727</li>
<li>In terms of sectors, defensive and domestic sectors posted the strongest gains this week. Gas Utilities (+9%), Electric Utilities (+5%), Construction (+7%), and Banks (+6.6%) were standout performers.</li>
<li>At the stock level, Tsumura (+28%) was the standout stock this week on revisions to NHI drug prices</li>
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The Nikkei 225 Index declined by 0.56%, closing at 39,689 for the week, while the broader Topix Index gained 0.64% to reach 2,727
In terms of sectors, defensive and domestic sectors posted the strongest gains this week. Gas Utilities (+9%), Electric Utilities (+5%), Construction (+7%), and Banks (+6.6%) were standout performers.
At the stock level, Tsumura (+28%) was the standout stock this week on revisions to NHI drug prices


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