For over six decades, Japan’s blend of conservative business practices and engineering prowess has propelled it to global prominence.
From electronics to automobiles, Japanese corporations have captivated markets worldwide, their names reverberating across continents. Yet, despite this commercial triumph, Japan’s economic landscape hasn’t always mirrored its corporate success.
In the 1980s, Japanese stocks stood as the epitome of economic achievement. However, with the emergence of Silicon Valley tech giants in the internet age, Japan’s indices faded from the limelight. Traditional heavy manufacturing and property development firms lost ground to internet-based behemoths, reshaping investor focus.
Fidelity Japan Trust PLC (LON:FJV) aims to be the key investment of choice for those seeking Japanese companies exposure. The Trust has a ‘growth at reasonable price’ (GARP) investment style and approach – which involves identifying companies whose growth prospects are being under-appreciated or are not fully recognised by other investors.
