Japan: spring offensive

Article Abstract:

Japanese equities rose to Feb 1996, then fell in Mar 1996, with institutions taking profits prior to the end of the financial year. A rise in the value of the Japanese yen has also deterred foreign investors, also concerned that Japanese interest rates could rise. The Bank of Japan has emphasized that loose monetary policy is set to continue, until problems facing the Japanese financial system have eased. Share prices could rise after the start of the 1996 to 1997 financial year.

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Japan: can Soros be wrong?

Article Abstract:

The Japanese stock market has been affected by a dispute relating to public funds being used to help housing loan companies. This reflects the willingness of the government to provide stability for the financial system as a whole. If the plan succeeds the stock market should benefit from renewed interest from foreign investors. George Soros has argued that the Japanese market is attractive and his views could also stimulate investment from abroad.

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