SoftBank Moves Into Asset Management After Return to Profits

The video discusses the evolution of asset management within SoftBank, highlighting the Vision Fund's recent profitability and ongoing challenges. It explores SoftBank's financial strategies, including significant asset sales, and introduces new asset management approaches involving technology shares and derivatives. Despite past setbacks, SoftBank remains committed to its investment strategies, adapting to market conditions and financial pressures.

What was the initial reaction to the Wirecard deal in the context of asset management?

• It was a major success.

• It backfired but did not deter further investments.

• It led to a complete halt in investments.

• It was ignored by the investors.

How much profit did the Vision Fund post in the last quarter?

• $1 billion

• $2.6 billion

• $3.5 billion

• $4 billion

What is the defensive strategy mentioned by SoftBank's leadership?

• Expanding into new markets

• Holding more cash

• Increasing debt

• Investing in more startups

Which major investment did SoftBank sell as part of its new asset management strategy?

• Microsoft

• Alibaba

• Google

• Tesla

What potential sale is SoftBank considering to further its asset management strategy?

• A stake in Amazon

• The ARM chip design unit

• A portion of Facebook shares

• The entire T-Mobile unit