Tokyo Bourse: Longer Trading Hours Looking More ‘Realistic’

The video discusses the upcoming market reform at the Tokyo Stock Exchange (TSC) and its implications for companies and investors. It covers the potential extension of trading hours and the feedback from stakeholders. The TSC's strategies to attract overseas companies, especially from Asia, are highlighted, along with the promotion of cross-border IPOs. The video also addresses the Toshiba issue, emphasizing the need for transparency to maintain investor confidence.

What is the primary goal of the Tokyo Stock Exchange's upcoming market reform?

• To increase the number of domestic investors

• To make the market more attractive to both domestic and overseas investors

• To eliminate foreign investments

• To reduce the number of listed companies

What is one of the main concerns regarding the extension of trading hours?

• The increase in trading fees

• The impact on post-trading processes

• The need for more trading platforms

• The lack of interest from investors

How does the TSC plan to attract more overseas companies to list in Japan?

• By offering tax incentives

• By promoting the stability of the Japanese market

• By providing free marketing services

• By reducing listing requirements

What are the three types of cross-border companies targeted by the TSC?

• Companies based abroad, companies established in Japan, and Japan-based companies with foreign CEOs

• Companies with foreign offices, companies with foreign clients, and companies with foreign suppliers

• Companies based abroad, companies with foreign CEOs, and companies with foreign investors

• Companies with foreign employees, companies with foreign products, and companies with foreign partners

What is the significance of the TSC's promotion of IPOs among Asian companies?

• To increase competition within Japan

• To enhance the market cap and corporate value of cross-border companies

• To reduce the number of domestic IPOs

• To focus solely on European markets

What is the TSC's stance on the Toshiba issue?

• They are indifferent to the situation

• They are actively supporting Toshiba

• They are planning to delist Toshiba

• They are requesting transparency and appropriate disclosure from Toshiba

What could be a potential negative impact of the Toshiba issue on the Japanese capital markets?

• Decreased foreign investment

• More IPOs

• Increased domestic investment

• Higher stock prices