Japan Economy
Bankruptcies among Japan's medical and nursing care providers reached 478 in fiscal 2025, the highest since 1988. The figure marks the peak level in decades, as reported by The Japan Times.
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The Japanese government has asked Asian private equity firm MBK Partners to halt its acquisition of machine tool maker Makino Milling Machine, citing national security concerns. Finance Minister Satsuki Katayama told parliament that the ministry determined the deal risks undermining security due to Makino's role in defense equipment production. This is only the second such case under foreign investment laws.
Japan’s Nikkei share average edged lower on Monday, weighed down by tech stocks amid investor caution over sky-high valuations for AI-related shares. A more stable yen after recent strength supported the broader market, alongside tailwinds from Wall Street gains on Friday.
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Former Citadel portfolio manager Takeo Serizawa will become chief investment officer at Hong Kong-based Invictus Investment Partners. Teaming up with ex-Point72 Japan head Tomohiro Yamaguchi as CEO, they aim to capitalize on investor interest in Japan. This launch is part of a surge in Japan-focused hedge funds driven by improved corporate governance and economic recovery.