Activist Investing in 2022
The Fourth Annual ACCJ Shareholder Forum brought together experts for a look at the state of activist investing in Japan and the realities of the Japanese market.
Staying Focused on the Fundamentals
Japan’s dependency on the world has gone up since the start of Abenomics in 2012. Ten years ago, about 50 percent of profits came from global markets. As Jesper Koll explains, to be a successful investor, cut out the noise and don’t get distracted by smart-sounding stories or headline-grabbing advice. Stay focused on the fundamentals.
Investing in Kochi Prefecture
For most, investing brings to mind index funds, real estate investment trusts, or property. But what about investing in the growth of your local community via beer, tourism, or fitness? In Kochi, on the island of Shikoku, three families are looking beyond plain profit as they seek to revitalize and secure the future of their communities in unexpected ways.
Attracting Global Investment
Two recent papers produced by committees of the ACCJ have highlighted the considerable opportunities that would result from changes to regulations that currently hinder Japan’s financial sector from attaining its full potential. And with the Japanese government committed to raising Tokyo’s profile as one of the world’s top financial centers, the committees are hopeful that regulatory authorities here might embrace some of the proposals.
Invest in Your Business—and in Yourself
As we continue building entire issues of The ACCJ Journal around singular themes, this time we take a look at investment—specifically, investing in Japan. From individual entrepreneurs to large organizations, there are many opportunities to be had. There are also many needs to be addressed as the world continues to battle Covid-19 and look beyond the pandemic.
Outside Options
Over the course of their career, many professionals will live and work in multiple countries. And as expats, they will find financial opportunities and face challenges that those who stay put in their home country may not. Making and managing investments can be complex, but experts interviewed by The ACCJ Journal shared ways to maximize resources, grow wealth, and navigate potentially higher taxes, investment restrictions, and language issues.