Japan stocks ’near bottom’, recovery hinges on tariff progress, says BofA By Investing.com
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Apr 23 2025
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Source: Investing.com
Market Outlook: Bank of America analysts predict Japan's stock market is nearing its bottom and will gradually recover by the end of 2025, despite short-term volatility due to U.S. tariff negotiations and earnings revisions.
Investment Strategy: Analysts recommend focusing on low-beta sectors like pharmaceuticals and utilities, while selectively investing in quality cyclical stocks, highlighting companies such as Chugai Pharmaceutical and KDDI Corp. as resilient options.
About the author
Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
