Japan Seen as a Waste for Hedge Funds

The video discusses the hedge fund landscape in Asia, focusing on the recovery in Hong Kong and Singapore compared to Japan, where the industry remains stagnant due to high tax rates, red tape, and an unfriendly startup culture. Despite this, the demand for Japan-focused hedge funds is rising as pension funds and asset managers seek higher-yielding investments due to negative interest rates. Major players like GPF and Japan Postbank are shifting investments into hedge funds, indicating a positive outlook for raising capital in Japan.

What is the outlook for the Japanese hedge fund industry in terms of investment demand?

How are large pension funds in Japan changing their investment strategies?