Japan’s lawmakers are urging the Government Pension Investment Fund (GPIF) to increase investments in domestic private equity. The GPIF is the world’s largest pension fund with assets over $1.7 trillion. The lawmakers believe investing in private equity will stimulate innovation and productivity in Japan.
The economy faces challenges like an aging population and slow domestic demand. The GPIF has been cautious with investments in the past. But pressures are making it reevaluate its portfolio mix.
Investing more in private equity could provide critical funding to small and medium-sized businesses. This would create jobs and make the economy more resilient. The lawmakers say this could also help with financial burdens from Japan’s aging population.
Gpif urged to invest domestically
It would improve the overall performance of the pension fund. The proposed changes by the GPIF will be watched closely.
The fund has a big influence on global markets because of its size. Prime Minister Ishiba received a proposal from the Liberal Democratic Party’s (LDP) Parliamentary League. The proposal aims to make Japan a leading center for asset management.
The LDP members suggested reforms to attract international investors. These include changes to regulations, investing in financial technology, and improving transparency in asset management. Prime Minister Ishiba said he will consider the proposal.
He emphasized the importance of making Japan attractive for global financial activities. The government and the LDP’s Parliamentary League are working together on this.
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