Japan's rising yen

Article Abstract:

Japanese funds have performed well in the year to Feb 2000, though Japan has previously appeared to be undergoing an economic recovery only to encounter setabcks. Stock market collapses occurred in 1992 and 1995, and the Nikkei 225 reached a peak of some 39,000 in 1989, falling to half that level by 1999. Better accounting practices, a change in corporate outlook, and government rescue packages may mean a longer term recovery, and the economy should benefit from new real estate investment trusts.

Financial markets

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Going Japanese two by two

Article Abstract:

Investment trusts specializing in Japan are being launched by UK companies. Optimists argue that the Japanese stock market has dropped to 50% of its value in 1989, measured in terms of Japanese yen. They foresee a boost to corporate profitability and the economy as a whole from lower interest rates, a drop in the value of the yen, and government stimulus measures. Pessimists are concerned about the weakness of the banking system and they are concerned that some banks could collapse without government aid.

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Land of the rising index

Article Abstract:

Japanese share prices have risen, and there are a number of new investment products available for UK investors seeking to benefit from this rise. They include growth bonds, unit trusts and investment trusts. The Japanese market is not easy to forecast and a guaranteed growth bond offers some security. Investment trusts are able to take a long term approach and invest in small firms since they do not change in size as investors move. Some existing funds have a good track record, and new funds are worth considering.

Stock-exchange, Stock exchanges

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