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 Consumer discretionary / Thematic (Sector/Industry)

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<li>Record Highs: The S&amp;P 500 hit a new record, rising 0.77% to 5,473.23, driven by optimism in economic data and potential rate cuts.  </li>
<li>Tech Surge: Major tech stocks, including Apple (+2%) and Microsoft (+1%), led gains. Broadcom surged 5.4%, while Nvidia edged slightly lower despite a record high.  </li>
<li>Investment Optimism: Citigroup raised its S&amp;P 500 year-end forecast to 5,600, anticipating continued tech strength and earnings growth, amid cautious hedge fund positioning and potential volatility ahead.</li>
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Record Highs: The S&amp;P 500 hit a new record, rising 0.77% to 5,473.23, driven by optimism in economic data and potential rate cuts.  
Tech Surge: Major tech stocks, including Apple (+2%) and Microsoft (+1%), led gains. Broadcom surged 5.4%, while Nvidia edged slightly lower despite a record high.  
Investment Optimism: Citigroup raised its S&amp;P 500 year-end forecast to 5,600, anticipating continued tech strength and earnings growth, amid cautious hedge fund positioning and potential volatility ahead.


Ohayo Japan | New Records