Japanese trading houses lure investors with healthy returns amid US tariff uncertainty By Reuters
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: May 02 2025
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Source: Investing.com
Shareholder Returns Amid Profit Forecasts: Japanese trading houses, including Mitsubishi and Sumitomo Corp, are promising healthy shareholder returns despite cautious profit forecasts due to U.S. tariff uncertainties, with plans for increased dividends and share buybacks.
Warren Buffett's Investment Confidence: Berkshire Hathaway, a significant minority shareholder in these companies, has been increasing its stakes, indicating confidence in their management strategies, as expressed by Mitsubishi's CEO regarding Buffett's trust in their approach.
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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.
