Independent Leading Corporate Governance Research

Metrical Inc

METRICAL INC. is an independent leading Corporate Governance research firm in Japan where Corporate Governance is increasingly recognized as an important element on corporate management in these days. Thus, CG research and solutions would become an essential component of global capital markets and play important to contribute to transparency of the markets and maximize shareholders’ value in Japan. 

METRICAL INC. provides Corporate Governance research and analysis including rating services, and  also offers investment research and IR services with solutions and customized profound research on CG and IR issues.

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Amid Declining Birth Rates and Working-Age Populations, Japan Still Hesitates to Embrace Diversity

A System Established More than 150 Years Ago Is Holding Back Progress Toward Diversity

Executive Director, Metrical Inc

Aki Matsumoto

Executive Director

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<li>With real household income failing to rise, the environment was far too harsh for women—who had traditionally been responsible for childcare and housework—to balance these duties with their careers.</li>
<li>It's clear that subsidy policies designed merely to create the appearance of action—and to disburse money—have failed to address the problems of declining birthrate, aging population, and population decline.</li>
<li>The same applies to corporate governance. Simply “improving” formal practices is not enough; unless management aligns with the diverse needs of consumers, it cannot create value.</li>
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With real household income failing to rise, the environment was far too harsh for women—who had traditionally been responsible for childcare and housework—to balance these duties with their careers.
It's clear that subsidy policies designed merely to create the appearance of action—and to disburse money—have failed to address the problems of declining birthrate, aging population, and population decline.
The same applies to corporate governance. Simply “improving” formal practices is not enough; unless management aligns with the diverse needs of consumers, it cannot create value.


How Much Longer Can This Policy of Handing Out Subsidies—designed to Resist Social Change—continue?

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How Much Longer Can This Policy of Handing Out Subsidies—designed to Resist Social Change—continue?