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Market Review for March 2025

In March, Japanese equities declined with the TOPIX and Nikkei 225 indices dropping by 0.9% and -4.1%, respectively. The decline was driven by concerns over U.S. President Trump’s tariff proposals, a rising yen, and fears of a global economic slowdown.
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Market Review for February 2025

In February, the Japanese equity market declined with the TOPIX and Nikkei 225 indices dropping by -3.8% and -6.1% respectively. A number of factors including continued concern over President Trump’s tariffs on U.S. imports, failed ceasefire negotiations between Ukraine and Russia, and speculation over further Bank of Japan interest rate hikes led to volatility.
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Market Review for January 2025

In January, the Japanese equity market saw modest movements, with the TOPIX up by 0.1% and the Nikkei 225 down by 0.8% at the month end. A number of factors including a rate hike by the Bank of Japan, the Fed holding rates in place and setbacks for US AI companies led to some volatility within the month.
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Market Review for December 2024

In December, the Japanese equity market rebounded with the TOPIX and Nikkei 225 indices ending the month up by 3.89% and 4.41% respectively. Despite a US rate cut of 0.25% by the Fed, the Bank of Japan’s dovish stance contributed to the weakening of the yen.
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Coffee Break Column – Discovering A New Tokyo Through Designer Toilets

Unveiling Shibuya’s Hidden Gems

Have you heard of the 'THE TOKYO TOILET SHUTTLE TOUR' in Shibuya? This tour takes about two hours, and participants visit eight to nine designer toilets. These destinations include unique public restrooms designed by internationally renowned architects and designers such as Tadao Ando and Kengo Kuma.