The latest data on foreign investments in Japanese stocks indicates a notable improvement. According to the most recent figures updated on 26 September 2024, the indicator has reached -1926.4 billion yen. This is a favorable development compared to the previous indicator, which had reached a concerning -3006.8 billion yen.
The substantial decrease in the negative value of foreign investments shows that though the outflow of foreign funds has not yet reversed, the rate at which investments are declining has significantly slowed. Analysts suggest that this trend may signal growing confidence among foreign investors in the Japanese economy, potentially paving the way for positive inflows in the near future.
Market participants and policymakers are closely watching these indicators, hoping that the reduced pace of capital outflow will eventually stabilize and support the broader goal of economic recovery and growth in Japan. The next few months will be crucial in determining if this trend holds and whether Japan can attract renewed global investor interest in its stock markets.