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Here's What Fueled Japan's Finance-Led Stock Gain in 2024
- This year's equity rally in Japan has laid the groundwork for more potential gains in 2025, on tailwinds from the gradual normalization of monetary policy and a surge in activist investment.
In 2024, Japan's stock market experienced significant gains, largely driven by the financial sector. The surge was fueled by several key factors: a robust earnings season where financial institutions reported strong profits due to higher interest rates and improved economic conditions; a weaker yen which boosted the earnings of exporters when repatriated; and a series of corporate governance reforms that encouraged higher shareholder returns through buybacks and dividends. Additionally, the Bank of Japan's cautious approach to monetary policy normalization provided a stable environment for financial stocks to thrive. Foreign investment also played a crucial role, as investors sought value in Japanese equities amidst global economic uncertainties, further propelling the market upward.
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