Is Japan finally seeing a return to a dividend culture?

INDUSTRY VOICE: For historical reasons, Japan has often been overlooked by income-seeking investors. However, as Karen See, co-manager of the Baillie Gifford Japanese Income Growth Fund, explains, this is changing. Improved corporate governance is driving better alignment between companies and their shareholders, potentially meaning higher dividend payments and a growing number of exciting investment opportunities. Capital at risk and income not guaranteed.

 

 

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