Japan Specialist

Mark Chadwick

Thematic (Sector/Industry)

<ul>
<li>Fed December rate cut probability at 86.9%; FOMC meets Dec 9-10.</li>
<li>Kevin Hassett emerging as frontrunner to succeed Jerome Powell as Fed Chair.</li>
<li>Asics denied Puma bid rumours after a 2.2% dip, refocusing attention on its superior organic growth and premium valuation despite China consumer risks</li>
</ul>


Fed December rate cut probability at 86.9%; FOMC meets Dec 9-10.
Kevin Hassett emerging as frontrunner to succeed Jerome Powell as Fed Chair.
Asics denied Puma bid rumours after a 2.2% dip, refocusing attention on its superior organic growth and premium valuation despite China consumer risks


Japanese Equity Specialist, Ortus Advisors

Andrew Jackson

Japanese Equity Specialist

Ortus Advisors

<ul>
<li>US eyeing rules for tech companies to buy 1:1 domestic made chips vs imported. Globalfoundries and Intel both strong.</li>
<li>Boeing strong after Turkey order, although the big catalyst will be China orders after a 5-year hiatus.</li>
<li>Musk comments that tesla was busy scaling the Optimus may help Harmonic Drive catch big after woeful perf last week.</li>
</ul>


US eyeing rules for tech companies to buy 1:1 domestic made chips vs imported. Globalfoundries and Intel both strong.
Boeing strong after Turkey order, although the big catalyst will be China orders after a 5-year hiatus.
Musk comments that tesla was busy scaling the Optimus may help Harmonic Drive catch big after woeful perf last week.


Japan Morning Connection: US Higher Despite Upcoming Govt Shutdown and Potential Delayed Jobs Data

<ul>
<li>Homebuilders starting to stir, watch Sumitomo Forestry for upside squeeze potential.</li>
<li>Este Lauder continues to climb but JP names still languish as slow to react to changing trends.</li>
<li>Trump's brinkmanship continues as the 9th July tariff deadline looms.</li>
</ul>


Homebuilders starting to stir, watch Sumitomo Forestry for upside squeeze potential.
Este Lauder continues to climb but JP names still languish as slow to react to changing trends.
Trump's brinkmanship continues as the 9th July tariff deadline looms.


Japan Morning Connection: Big Pivot from Momo into Value Should See a Sharp Factor Rotation Today

<ul>
<li>US Homebuilders starting to show signs of life should help sentiment for Sumi Forestry and Sekisui.</li>
<li>Boeing move may already be priced in for Heavies but Momo still rules in Japan.</li>
<li>Softbank signaling buybacks to take a back seat over investments in ASI.</li>
</ul>


US Homebuilders starting to show signs of life should help sentiment for Sumi Forestry and Sekisui.
Boeing move may already be priced in for Heavies but Momo still rules in Japan.
Softbank signaling buybacks to take a back seat over investments in ASI.


Japan Morning Connection: Tech Plateauing May See NKY Top Out for Last Day of the QTR

<ul>
<li>Apple tariff threat likely just another scare tactic with markets failing to react excessively.</li>
<li>May see further Nuclear follow through after Trumps executive order Friday sends related names soaring.</li>
<li>Live-Action Elden Ring movie another positive angle for Bandai Namco which also has Gundan on the way.</li>
</ul>


Apple tariff threat likely just another scare tactic with markets failing to react excessively.
May see further Nuclear follow through after Trumps executive order Friday sends related names soaring.
Live-Action Elden Ring movie another positive angle for Bandai Namco which also has Gundan on the way.


Japan Morning Connection: US Down on Trump Tariff Threat but Deadline Extention Will Lift Mood

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ASICS CORPORATION manufactures general sporting goods and equipment.  The Company's products, such as athletic shoes and sportswear, are distributed in the United States, Europe, Australia, and Asia.

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ASICS Corp (7936 JP)

Ohayo Japan | S&P Extends Win Streak

Fed likely to cut rates in December, Kevin Hassett may replace Powell as Fed Chair, Asics denies Puma bid rumors - stock could bounce back.

Mark Chadwick

Japan Morning Connection: US Higher Despite Upcoming Govt Shutdown and Potential Delayed Jobs Data

Asics may catch the market's attention again with news of added shareholder perks. China's export restrictions a positive for Harmionic Drive.

Andrew Jackson

Japan Morning Connection: Big Pivot from Momo into Value Should See a Sharp Factor Rotation Today

Homebuilders show potential for upside as market rotates; watch big momentum winners for downside. Este Lauder climbs while JP names lag behind.

Andrew Jackson

Japan Morning Connection: Tech Plateauing May See NKY Top Out for Last Day of the QTR

Further downside looks limited for US homebuilders, should help Sumitomo Forestry and Sekisui. Positive analyst comments lift Boeing. Softbank to...

Andrew Jackson

Japan Morning Connection: US Down on Trump Tariff Threat but Deadline Extention Will Lift Mood

Markets fail to react excessively to another Trump tarrif threat. Live-Action Elden Ring movie positive for Bandai Namco and Kadokawa. Rally for...

Andrew Jackson

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Ohayo Japan | S&P Extends Win Streak

​Fed likely to cut rates in December, Kevin Hassett may replace Powell as Fed Chair, Asics denies Puma bid rumors - stock could bounce back.

Mark Chadwick

Japan Morning Connection: US Higher Despite Upcoming Govt Shutdown and Potential Delayed Jobs Data

Asics may catch the market's attention again with news of added shareholder perks. China's export restrictions a positive for Harmionic Drive.

Andrew Jackson

Japan Morning Connection: Big Pivot from Momo into Value Should See a Sharp Factor Rotation Today

​Homebuilders show potential for upside as market rotates; watch big momentum winners for downside. Este Lauder climbs while JP names lag behind.

Andrew Jackson

Japan Morning Connection: Tech Plateauing May See NKY Top Out for Last Day of the QTR

Further downside looks limited for US homebuilders, should help Sumitomo Forestry and Sekisui. Positive analyst comments lift Boeing. Softbank to...

Andrew Jackson

Japan Morning Connection: US Down on Trump Tariff Threat but Deadline Extention Will Lift Mood

Markets fail to react excessively to another Trump tarrif threat. Live-Action Elden Ring movie positive for Bandai Namco and Kadokawa. Rally for...

Andrew Jackson

Fed likely to cut rates in December, Kevin Hassett may replace Powell as Fed Chair, Asics denies Puma bid rumors - stock could bounce back.

Homebuilders show potential for upside as market rotates; watch big momentum winners for downside. Este Lauder climbs while JP names lag behind.