Global Investors Bearish on Japanese Stocks

Reassessment of Japanese Equities
Global investors have turned bearish on Japanese stocks, as recent market volatility forces a re-evaluation of economic prospects. The once-popular strategy of using a weak yen to buy stocks on the Nikkei index is now under scrutiny. The Nikkei had doubled in value since the start of 2023, bolstered by a tumbling yen which enhanced investor returns.