Tag: Japan
Japan’s Structural Awakening
Where to find productivity after 30 years’ slumber, according to Nikko Asset Management’s chief global strategist.
Japan’s GPIF Posts Worst Quarterly Loss Since Covid Outbreak
The pension giant lost 3.6% during the second quarter due to foreign bonds and falling domestic stocks.
Japan GPIF Changes ESG Domestic Equities Index Due to ‘Large Tracking Error’
The $1.7 trillion pension giant has moved $20 billion to the MSCI Nihonkabu ESG Select Leaders Index.
Surging Equities Fuel Japanese Pension Giant’s 23% Return in Fiscal 2023
GPIF’s domestic and foreign equity investments earned more than 40% each for the fiscal year that ended March 31.
Higher Military Outlays Are Boosting Defense Stocks—With More Upside Ahead, Say Strategists
In the US, members of both parties back a boost in Pentagon spending. The consensus is similar for military-related outlays in Japan and Europe.
Japan’s GPIF Reclaims World’s Largest Pension Fund Title
The pension giant also released an annual survey evaluating the stewardship of its external asset managers.
Japan’s GPIF: Active Engagement Spurs Sustainable Market Growth
Norway’s NBIM Takes Top Spot as World’s Largest Asset Owner
Why Japan Is a Good Investment Destination Now, Says Preqin
The country’s stocks are up and affordable, plus the dollar remains strong.
Japan’s GPIF Seeks to Boost Excess Returns by Resuming Foreign Stock Lending
After ending the practice in 2019, the pension giant is bringing it back with added countermeasures to avoid ‘empty voting.’
Japan’s GPIF Explores Incorporating Cryptocurrency Into Its Portfolio
Asia Emerging as a Source of Investment Opportunity
Whether seeking diversification or value in active equities, several countries in the region may be attractive for years to come.
CDPQ Extends CEO Charles Emond’s Term, Invests in Local Consultant, Japan Solar Plant
Emond, who became CEO in 2020, will remain until at least February 2029.
Japanese Pension Giant Rebounds in Fiscal Q3
The Government Pension Investment Fund’s investments returned 2.62% during the quarter that ended in December 2023, raising its asset value to more than $1.5 trillion.