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Foreign investors buy record $60bn in Japan stocks in half-year

Foreign investors scooped up a record $60 billion in Japanese stocks in the first half of the year. The strong inflow reflects growing international interest in Japan's equity markets.

A stock market display board in Tokyo
A stock market display board in TokyoPhoto: Pixabay / Pexels
Nikkei Asia2 h ago

Foreign investors channelled record capital into Japan's stock market in the first half of the year. According to Nikkei Asia, net purchases reached $60 billion, setting a half-year record.

The strong inflow signals rising confidence among international funds in Japan's markets. Corporate reforms and improving company profitability are among the factors supporting investor interest.

This appetite for Japanese equities strengthens the country's position in global capital flows. Analysts are watching closely how sustainable the inflow is and its potential effects on the yen.

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