Transforming Japan

With economic policy changes and corporate governance reform fueling a transformational shift, Japan is poised for growth. Global investors and corporates can capitalize on this compelling opportunity with key insights from our local leaders and BofA Global Research analysts. 

Featured insights

What’s behind the rise of QIS in Japan

Since the 1990s, Japan has experienced a very low rate environment that it’s only just emerging from, causing investors to turn to foreign corporate bonds to hedge their positions. Quantitative Investment Strategies (QIS) have emerged increasingly popular.

 

Chris Koshi

Managing Director, Head of Japan Equity Solutions Sales

The economic shift

Discover the key factors driving change and opportunity in Japan’s economy. 

Bank of America has been operating in Japan since 1947, offering a unique blend of local knowledge and global capabilities. We continue to provide financial solutions and insightful, objective and in-depth research analysis to investors and corporates in Japan and globally.

Impact of corporate dynamism

Get key insights on Japan’s corporate reform and what it means for its economy and investors locally and globally.

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Why Japan’s corporate reforms matter so much

Discover how inflation, labor shortages and generational shifts are driving corporate reform and their impact on Japan’s economy. 

Augmenting opportunity

Learn about Japan’s unique advantages in a changing global economic landscape.

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Augmenting opportunities: catching the upside of a revitalized Japan

Learn more about Japan’s key strengths and how it’s positioned to fit into the new economic world, including the semiconductor industry and the AI revolution. 

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