Daiwa Hopes to Start China JV by End of 2020: Tashiro

The transcript covers a range of topics including the current state of business and economic conditions, the impact of the pandemic on business operations, and the role of central banks in supporting financial markets. It also explores the concept of vaccine bonds and socially responsible investing, as well as diversity issues within the financial sector, particularly in Japan.

What is the current state of the economy according to the speaker?

• The economy is thriving both domestically and internationally.

• The economy is struggling domestically but doing well internationally.

• The economy is doing well domestically but struggling internationally.

• The economy is struggling both domestically and internationally.

What is the speaker's expectation for deal activity in Japan?

• It will pick up in the second half.

• It will decrease significantly.

• It will decline slightly.

• It will remain stagnant.

How does the speaker view the role of central banks during the pandemic?

• Central banks are not doing enough.

• Central banks should increase interest rates.

• Central banks are causing market instability.

• Central banks are supporting the market effectively.

What are vaccine bonds, according to the speaker?

• Bonds issued to fund vaccine research.

• Bonds whose interest payments are backed by long-term pledges.

• Bonds that provide vaccines to investors.

• Bonds issued by pharmaceutical companies.

What is the current status of Daiwa's expansion plans during the pandemic?

• Expansion plans have been accelerated.

• All expansion plans have been canceled.

• Expansion plans have been delayed indefinitely.

• Expansion plans are proceeding as previously planned.

What is the main focus of diversity efforts in Japanese financial firms?

• Increasing racial diversity.

• Increasing gender diversity, particularly women in boardrooms.

• Increasing age diversity.

• Increasing diversity of educational backgrounds.

Why is gender diversity considered important in Japan's workforce?

• To provide additional labor force.

• To comply with international regulations.

• To meet government quotas.

• To enhance company diversity and performance.