Japan Specialist

Mark Chadwick

Over 20 years experience in equities and asset management in Asia and Japan. Qualified CFA with experience analyzing companies as a buy-side analyst. In-depth knowledge of company fundamental analysis, corporate governance and valuations.

Thematic (Sector/Industry)

Japan Industrials / Thematic (Sector/Industry)

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<li>Stocks fell sharply as Trump criticized Fed Chair Powell, demanding rate cuts and threatening his removal, amid trade tensions, with the Dow dropping 971 points.</li>
<li>ITOCHU to sell 25% stake in CP Pokapang by 2026, expecting 125 billion yen gain, dissolving cross-shareholdings while maintaining strategic alliance and CITIC investment.</li>
<li>BYD, a leading Chinese electric vehicle maker, will launch a mini EV in Japan in 2026, targeting the kei vehicle market, which comprises 40% of new car sales.</li>
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Stocks fell sharply as Trump criticized Fed Chair Powell, demanding rate cuts and threatening his removal, amid trade tensions, with the Dow dropping 971 points.
ITOCHU to sell 25% stake in CP Pokapang by 2026, expecting 125 billion yen gain, dissolving cross-shareholdings while maintaining strategic alliance and CITIC investment.
BYD, a leading Chinese electric vehicle maker, will launch a mini EV in Japan in 2026, targeting the kei vehicle market, which comprises 40% of new car sales.


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