Everyone talks about the U.S.-China race to Mars. Japan has a different idea: bring back samples from Phobos, one of Mars' moons.
https://t.co/YD46aWhwR9
Two French financial firms, Tikehau Capital and Natixis, are betting that Japan and South Korea still offer untapped opportunities. The lesson: even in mature markets like Japan, there is room for specialists.
https://t.co/KSqU7kVDCA
Rising rates, more cashouts of legacy insurance policies in Japan. Even as JGB yields rise, insurers are looking elsewhere for higher returns.
https://t.co/f5jW2zbSvZ
Rising JGB yields fueled fears of Japanese money coming home. So far, there's little sign of it. We explain why life insurers aren't rushing back.
https://t.co/f5jW2zbSvZ via @NikkeiAsia
Advantage Partners eyes a move into Japan’s infrastructure finance market, seeking to become a homegrown player in a market dominated by global giants such as Brookfield and Macquarie.
https://t.co/KmahuTXqda
The space race is on for the Martian system.
Japan plans to bring back samples in 2031, while China is pursuing a similar mission on the same timeline.
https://t.co/003fgopnKx
Journalist Suda Shinichiro has alleged Nikkei editor-in-chief declared an intention to bring down Takaichi government.
It's an extraordinary allegation, yet has spread widely on social media. Nikkei flatly denies it, demanded related video be taken down.
https://t.co/EdYgE0MnVF
Why care about Chinese viewpoints?
Because China is the world's largest FX reserve holder and its investment decisions have an impact on global markets. China, for instance, has sharply reduced its U.S. Treasury bond holdings in recent years.
I do not think Japan is the main target, but it can't completely escape blame.
YTD change in 10-yr govt bond yields:
US +91 bps
Japan +86
Germany: +55
France: +123
G24 communique:
"Higher interest rates in advanced economies could contribute to tighter global financing conditions and weaker currencies in EMDEs, raising sovereign borrowing costs, and increasing debt distress."
https://t.co/gJVxwBL3KA
This year's IMF annual meetings saw a reversal of roles: emerging economies warning rich countries about debt.
That's the whole point of this Nikkei story. Katayama & Mimura seem to be sidestepping the issue.
G24 communique:
"Financial markets also face pressure from demand for higher yields due to rising government deficits in advanced economies."
https://t.co/gJVxwBL3KA
Why care about Chinese viewpoints?
Because China is the world's largest FX reserve holder ($3.4tn) and its investment decisions have an impact on global markets. China, for instance, has sharply reduced its U.S. Treasury bond holdings in recent years.
I do not think Japan is the main target, but it can't completely escape blame.
YTD change in 10-yr govt bond yields:
U.S. +91 bps
Japan +86
Germany +55
France +123