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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It Is Essential for Investors to Keep Raising Their Voices to Improve Corporate Governance

Executive Director, Metrical Inc

Aki Matsumoto

Executive Director

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<li>While more companies are now undertaking English-language disclosures compared to the past, many have merely implemented them without achieving level that truly helps overseas investors deepen understanding of management strategies.</li>
<li>Overseas investors seek qualitative explanations and information regarding long-term strategies, yet many companies are reluctant to proactively disclose such information in English, including “corporate governance information” and “long-term/growth strategies.”</li>
<li>Only a limited number of companies provide opportunities for top management to directly explain business strategies to overseas investors in English or for outside directors to meet with overseas investors.</li>
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While more companies are now undertaking English-language disclosures compared to the past, many have merely implemented them without achieving level that truly helps overseas investors deepen understanding of management strategies.
Overseas investors seek qualitative explanations and information regarding long-term strategies, yet many companies are reluctant to proactively disclose such information in English, including “corporate governance information” and “long-term/growth strategies.”
Only a limited number of companies provide opportunities for top management to directly explain business strategies to overseas investors in English or for outside directors to meet with overseas investors.


Many Companies Still Miss Opportunities to Deepen Investors' Understanding of Business Strategies

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Many Companies Still Miss Opportunities to Deepen Investors' Understanding of Business Strategies