Japan - Supply chains
Inspired by the Meiji Restoration, mutually supportive relationships anchored Japanese industrial firms on strong foundations, in Japan and globally, making partnerships on Western markets attractive and mutually beneficial

Inspired by the Meiji Restoration, mutually supportive relationships anchored Japanese industrial firms on strong foundations, in Japan and globally, making partnerships on Western markets attractive and mutually beneficial
The global automotive industry is being challenged by China's tech-driven cars and U.S. tariff wars, supply chains which powered entire economic regions look stolid, and Europe's famed brands are losing their glitter fast
A focus on the CO₂ emissions of individual transportation in Europe makes light of social impact on the industrial supply chain, putting at risk the market shares of established car makers and depriving the industry of its strengths in motorization
The series draws attention to industry trends highlighting stock potential – and the headwinds battering investor optimism. The seemingly unstoppable share price run of Tesla Motors calls for a closer look
With multifarious disruptions portending instability the car industry could run aground on treacherous shoals in the coming decade. Risky bets on an uncertain future, strategic choices need to be visionary while grounded in industrial strengths