Yens Slide Quickens on Pension Outflows

Yens Slide Quickens on Pension Outflows

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The video discusses the significant outflows from Japanese pension funds into foreign stocks and bonds, driven by a shift in investment strategies. This has led to a slump in the yen, reaching a six-year low, as hedge funds and speculators make bearish bets on the currency. The Japanese government pension fund, the largest in the world, is reducing its local bond holdings and increasing its overseas investments. This shift is putting pressure on the yen and impacting the market. The video also highlights government actions to oversee these changes and the future outlook for pension funds.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What has been the trend in Japanese purchases of foreign stocks and bonds since 2009?

A slight decrease

No significant change

An increase to the highest level since 2009

A decrease in purchases

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the current state of the yen as discussed in the video?

At an all-time high

Stable with no significant change

Slightly increasing

At a six-year low

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is driving the shift in overseas pension money according to the head of currency strategy at Nomura?

A decrease in foreign investments

Rebalancing of domestic bond-heavy portfolios

Increased local bond investments

Stable domestic investments

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What significant change is happening with Japan's government pension fund allocations?

Maintaining current allocation levels

Slashing local bond holdings to 40%

Decreasing overseas investments

Increasing local bond holdings

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who has been appointed to oversee the changes in Japan's pension fund strategy?

David from Hong Kong

Prime Minister Abbey

Yes Sue

Minister Shiozaki