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Japan’s Nikkei average closed at a two-week low, dropping 680 points (1.8%) to 37,120.33, driven by concerns over U.S. tariffs on imported cars and parts. Automakers like Toyota and Honda saw significant declines, contributing to a market value loss of nearly $20 billion in three days. All 33 industry sub-indexes on the Tokyo Stock Exchange fell, with the brokerage sector experiencing the steepest drop at 4.52%.
Katsunori Tanaka's hedge fund, Ariake Capital, has achieved over 300% returns in three years by investing in small regional banks in Japan, capitalizing on the end of negative interest rates. With a unique strategy focused on "friendly" activist investing, Tanaka believes these banks can improve profitability through mergers and new business strategies, despite challenges posed by Japan's economic landscape. His approach relies on deep relationships and knowledge gained during his 19 years at Goldman Sachs, positioning Ariake as a distinctive player in the market.
Morgan Stanley's stock has declined 4.2% this year amid a slowdown in M&A activity, contrary to earlier expectations of a rebound. The firm plans to cut around 2,000 jobs to enhance efficiency, while analysts have turned bearish on its near-term prospects, despite long-term growth expectations of 13.3%. The stock currently trades at a premium valuation, suggesting cautious investment is advisable.
Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group has divested a 2% indirect stake in IndiaMART, a significant player in the Indian e-commerce sector. This move reflects ongoing adjustments in investment strategies within the financial landscape. The transaction highlights the evolving dynamics of international investments in India.
Denmark's Nykredit has made a DKr24bn ($3.5bn) cash offer to acquire Spar Nord Bank, representing a 49% premium on its share price, with completion expected in the first half of 2025. In other news, AllianceBernstein plans to sue Switzerland over the $17bn writedown of Credit Suisse's AT1 bonds, joining a lawsuit that claims investor rights were violated during the UBS takeover. Additionally, DBS Group, Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group, and Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group are potential bidders for Indonesia's Panin Bank, which has seen a significant rise in its share value this year. Morgan Stanley will pay $15mn to settle SEC allegations regarding inadequate fraud prevention measures at its Smith Barney unit.
Japanese banks, including Mizuho Financial Group, Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group, and Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group, are maintaining their support for Gautam Adani despite recent US bribery charges against him. These institutions believe the situation will not have a lasting impact and are open to future financing opportunities. In contrast, global firms like Barclays are reassessing their ties to the Adani Group, which has denied the allegations and is actively engaging with lenders to clarify its position.
Japan’s largest banks have raised their annual profit forecasts to record levels, driven by increased lending income and gains from share sales. Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group Inc. now anticipates a net income of ¥1.75 trillion ($11 billion) for the fiscal year ending March 31, up from ¥1.5 trillion, following a 36% surge in first-half profit to ¥1.3 trillion.
Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group Inc. is optimistic about India's growth prospects and is actively pursuing acquisition targets to enhance its market presence. The largest lender in Japan aims to increase its buyouts and investments in the country, targeting a 20% annual return over the next decade, according to Yasushi Itagaki, head of MUFG’s global commercial banking business.
First Sentier Investors has appointed Hendrik Neumann as Institutional Business Development Director in Frankfurt to enhance its institutional client base in the DACH region. With 15 years of asset management experience, Neumann will focus on expanding relationships with pension funds, insurance companies, and family offices in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland. The firm, managing €141 billion globally, is owned by Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group.
JP Morgan and UBS have topped the APAC M&A financial advisory rankings for Q1-Q3 2024, leading in deal value and volume, respectively. JP Morgan advised on transactions worth $17bn, while UBS facilitated 30 deals, totaling $14.4bn in value. Moelis & Company, TD Securities, and Mitsubishi UFJ Financial followed in the value rankings, while Moelis also secured second place in volume.
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