Japanese Exports Grow 12% as Traded Recovery Moves Into 2018

The video discusses Japan's economic performance, highlighting a trade deficit for the first time in eight months and a significant increase in exports to China. It explores Japan's strength in robotics and technology, noting its substantial share in the global robotics market. The video also examines investment trends in the Japanese market, emphasizing the role of domestic and foreign investors. Additionally, it addresses the impact of currency fluctuations on Japanese equities and the market's response to risk environments.

What was notable about Japan's trade performance after eight months?

• A surplus was recorded.

• A deficit was recorded.

• Imports from China decreased.

• Exports to the US increased.

What percentage of the global robotics market does Japan hold?

• 10-15%

• 20-25%

• 30-35%

• 40-45%

Who added to their positions during the recent dip in the Japanese market?

• Foreign institutional investors

• Domestic Japanese investors

• Global managers

• Retail investors in the US

What is the approximate percentage of Japanese equities owned by foreign institutional investors?

• 10%

• 30%

• 50%

• 70%

How do global market conditions typically affect the yen?

• They cause the yen to fluctuate unpredictably.

• They weaken the yen.

• They have no effect on the yen.

• They strengthen the yen.