Opening markets

Article Abstract:

Yoshito Denawa is developing an idea which may have a significant effect on the Japanese economy. Experts agree that Japan needs to encourage small industries, but banks have been unwilling to extend capital without strong collateral. Denawa has launched D-Brain Securities which will fund the launch, in Sep 1997, of the Venture Investment Mart. This body will vet unlisted growth companies, list the most promising ones, and investors will pay a fee to receive these lists over the Internet. Denawa hope investors will also be interested in more personal involvement with the companies.

Small Business, Capital Management-Venture Capital, Management, Stock-exchange, Stock exchanges, Venture capital companies, Venture capital

---

Edifice complex

Article Abstract:

The construction of the huge, modern railway station in Japan's ancient capital of Kyoto is symbolic of a process which is happening throughout Japan. Many architects and planners feel that the vast concrete and glass edifice could belong in any modern city, and that the Kyoto planners have paid no respect to the special cultural setting of Kyota. Traditional buildings are also disappearing in other parts of the city and throughout Japan. The Japanese are increasingly attracted towards modern ways and artefacts, and away from uniquely Japanese traditions.

Local and suburban transit, Railway Stations, Commuter Rail Systems, Railroads, Buildings and facilities, Popular culture, Kyoto, Japan, Railroad stations

---

Beginning of the end

Article Abstract:

Sanyo Securities was declared bankrupt with debts of 838 billion yen on 3 Nov 1997. Sanyo's creditor banks and other industry leaders refused to lend more money despite pleas from the Ministry of Finance, making Sanyo the first listed securities company to collapse in this way. Other securities companies and banks are in financial difficulties and they may follow Sanyo into bankruptcy. It is clear that the government is no longer able to avert these crises by encouraging stronger competitors to support weaker ones.

Security and Commodity Services, Securities & Commodities Services, Securities, Commodity Contracts, and Other Financial Investments and Related Activities, Business Failures, Securities industry, Bankruptcy, Sanyo Securities

Similar abstracts:

• Abstracts: Mellenthin & Partners. Deutsche Banc Alex. Brown
• Abstracts: Sunglasses. Disposable contact lenses
• Abstracts: Oral care products. Sun care. High protection suntan products
• Abstracts: Revenge of the hackers. Word perfected. OF spandex and software
• Abstracts: Time for a change? Buying private companies. Should you demerge?

This website is not affiliated with document authors or copyright owners. This page is provided for informational purposes only. Unintentional errors are possible.