Yen Weakness, Rising Rates are Risks for Equities: Nishihara

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Japan equities are expected to be driven by corporate earnings and reform, but face risks from yen weakness and rising interest rates, according to JPMorgan Securities' Rie Nishihara.

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Rie Nishihara, Chief Japan Equity Strategist at JPMorgan Securities, says corporate earnings and reform will be a driving factor for Japan equities, although yen weakening and rising rates are risks. She speaks to Bloomberg's Sherry Ahn and Avril Hong on 'The Asia Trade.' (Source: Bloomberg)

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Original article published by Bloomberg on February 6, 2026.
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