Japan's investment appeal remains strong despite recent turmoil

Japan, once a global leader in technology and innovation during the 1980s and 1990s, has faced relative stagnation in recent decades. Nevertheless, the country still offers untapped potential for growth investors, according to Donald Farquharson, Japan specialist at Baillie Gifford.

‘Dancing on the volcano - as long as it lasts’

High valuations and geopolitical risks indicate potential overheating and future uncertainties. Europe, with its heavy dependence on third-party suppliers for essential goods and raw materials, finds itself particularly vulnerable. The pressing question: Can Europe sustain its economic power and prosperity while effectively merging ambitious climate policies with a resilient industrial sector?