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  • India: Reaping growth from change

    SHARE THIS Going back to India for a month after two long years of not being able to visit my family, I was pleasantly surprised by the new normal. While there has been much adversity, COVID-19 has also sparked positive change, especially on technology...

    https://en.nikkoam.com/articles/2022/india-reaping-growth-from-change
  • Japan Value Insights: Spotlight on sustainable companies addressing social issues

    SHARE THIS We share our thoughts on sustainable companies that address social issues and contribute to the physical and mental well-being of individuals.

    https://en.nikkoam.com/articles/2022/japan-value-2204
  • Global Unconstrained Bond Fund Q3 2022 Outlook

    SHARE THIS We present our Q3 2022 outlook for the Global Unconstrained Bond Strategy which incorporates our core markets, emerging markets and global credit views.

    https://en.nikkoam.com/articles/2022/global-unconstrained-bond-fund-q3-2022
  • Enhancing returns from opportunities in global credit

    SHARE THIS The current environment in fixed income is definitely challenging for investors as the rate cycle has turned. However, we believe that by unlocking the full performance potential of the different credit asset classes achieving positive...

    https://en.nikkoam.com/articles/2022/enhancing-returns-from-opportunities-in-global-credit-2209
  • Inbound tourism: An immediate boost for Japan

    SHARE THIS As Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida focuses on various economic initiatives to shore up his support ratings, the revival of inbound tourism is seen as a measure that can provide the economy with an immediate boost.

    https://en.nikkoam.com/articles/2022/inbound-tourism-immediate-boost-for-japan
  • Investment Outlook 2023

    SHARE THIS Investment Outlook 2023 Our investment teams across asset classes and geographical regions present their views on the outlook for the year ahead. Strategy 2023 Global macro outlook: Ten predictions No single catch-phrase epitomises the...

    https://en.nikkoam.com/insights/outlook-2023
  • Exploring fast-growing Asian REITs

    SHARE THIS Asian REITs continue to be one of the fastest growing asset classes in the region, offering decent yields, a sustainable income stream and exposure to the region’s biggest landlords.

    https://en.nikkoam.com/articles/2023/exploring-fast-growing-asian-reits
  • Towards a greener future: building credibility and demand for sustainability-linked bonds

    SHARE THIS As the green bond market diversifies, sustainability-linked bonds (SLBs), which are linked to an issuer’s broader sustainability performance, have garnered significant investor attention and scrutiny. We believe structural improvements will...

    https://en.nikkoam.com/articles/2023/towards-a-greener-future-june-2023-2
  • Shift to secular growth could be a “real deal” moment for Japan equities

    SHARE THIS The current rise in Japanese equities could have legs, setting it apart from other phases in the previous 30 years which often led to disappointment. Japan’s shift from cyclical to secular growth, highlighted by labour shortages fuelling a...

    https://en.nikkoam.com/articles/2023/shift-to-secular-growth-could-be-a-real-deal-moment-for-japan-equities
  • Investment Outlook 2024

    SHARE THIS Investment Outlook 2024 Find out about our investment teams' outlook across asset classes and geographies. Equity China equity outlook 2024 Opportunities amid pivot to advanced manufacturing, technological self-sufficiency by Asian Equity...

    https://en.nikkoam.com/insights/outlook-2024
  • Japan’s reform measures pave the way for an exceptional 2024

    SHARE THIS Last year, global investors turned their attention firmly towards Japan as a way of increasing their Asia exposure while avoiding perceived geopolitical and regulatory risks linked to China, and amid the high inflation environment dominating...

    https://en.nikkoam.com/articles/2024/2402-japan-reform-measures
  • The Future Quality approach to navigating the AI arms race

    SHARE THIS The emergence of AI has dramatically shifted the future pathway for the technology sector, and our research has found that this emerging structural trend chimes with our Future Quality principles.

    https://en.nikkoam.com/articles/2024/the-future-quality-approach
  • New Zealand Equity Monthly (April 2024)

    SHARE THIS New Zealand is seeing its first set of climate-related disclosures. Under this regime which began in January 2023, large organisations release "climate statements" about the potential impact of their operations on the climate and vice versa,...

    https://en.nikkoam.com/articles/2024/nz-equity-monthly-april-2024
  • What the Fed’s rate cut tells us about current financial conditions

    SHARE THIS The Federal Reserve’s 50 bps rate cut demonstrated the power of financial markets at present. As the markets had already priced in a significant probability of a 50 bps reduction, the Fed could have viewed such conditions as a good time to...

    https://en.nikkoam.com/articles/2024/what-the-feds-rate-cut-tells-us-2024
  • Global Investment Committee’s outlook: low risk no longer

    SHARE THIS We perceive heightened risk to both growth (two-way) and inflation (upside) compared to our previous guidance. Nevertheless, our central near-term scenario remains for slowing but positive growth in the US, alongside slowly moderating prices.

    https://en.nikkoam.com/articles/2024/2410-gic-outlook-low-risk-no-longer
  • Investment Outlook 2025

    SHARE THIS INVESTMENT OUTLOOK 2025 Our investment teams across asset classes and geographical regions present their views on the outlook for the year ahead. Global Global market and economic outlook 2025 Mind the fat tails and keep an eye on inflation,...

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  • Yanagi Model in practice: analysis of TOPIX firms links ESG factors to shareholder value

    SHARE THIS Our comprehensive analysis of the Yanagi Model, which provides an example of how sustainability issues have become a key part of corporate governance practices, showed that ESG integration can drive shareholder value. The significant...

    https://en.nikkoam.com/articles/2024/yanagi-model-in-practice
  • Politics, governance reform and engagement opportunities in Japan equities

    SHARE THIS Following the surprise result of the snap election in October 2024, Japanese politics has entered a very unique phase. We discuss how the fluid political situation could positively impact the Japanese market, which is already feeling the...

    https://en.nikkoam.com/articles/2025/politics-governance-reform-japan-equities-2025
  • Chinese property developer bonds: reflecting on the sleeper rally and what lies ahead

    SHARE THIS Amid the challenges facing China's property market, work is well under way to restore confidence in the housing sector. It remains an uphill task for both Beijing and the country's property groups, but there are signs of renewed investor...

    https://en.nikkoam.com/articles/2025/chinese-property-developer-bonds-april-2025
  • Japan Small / Mid Cap

    SHARE THIS The small and mid cap segments of the Japanese equity market cover roughly 90% of stocks listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange, many of which are under-researched. Key Characteristics Focused Small/Mid Cap philosophy Japanese companies with...

    https://en.nikkoam.com/institutional/equity-strategies/japan-small-mid-cap