Asset Formation

This article explains common pitfalls that beginners often fall into when investing in index funds through regular contributions—such as “selling during a market crash” and “giving up too soon”—along with specific strategies for success. Learn the importance of a long-term perspective and an emergency fund, and aim to build your wealth steadily.

What’s driving today’s young people to rush to build their assets? This article provides a thorough explanation of the trends behind this phenomenon, including concerns about the future, changes in the information landscape driven by social media and video content, and the rise of steady, regular investment strategies using tools like the new NISA. It also delves into the risks of misinterpreting online information—which are often overlooked—and the importance of financial literacy in today’s world.

This article explains the four challenges facing Japan’s pension system—including a declining birthrate, an aging population, and increasing life expectancy—as well as four reform directions that combine expanding enrollment in the Employees’ Pension Insurance system, promoting employment among the elderly, and encouraging self-reliance through initiatives such as iDeCo and NISA. It emphasizes the importance of correctly understanding how the system works and using that knowledge wisely to plan for your own future.

This guide explains asset-building strategies for those in their 50s and older. We start by working backward from public pensions and lifestyle considerations to provide a comprehensive comparison of the features and appropriate uses of iDeCo (Defined Contribution Pension) and NISA. We also present detailed numerical simulations of a specific investment strategy—“10 years of contributions, 10 years of investment, and 20 years of withdrawals”—utilizing balanced funds.

A Comprehensive Guide to the “Dollar-Cost Averaging” Strategy for Growing Your Assets as Fast as Possible, Based on 20 Years of Data! Why is “Investing All at Once” More Advantageous Than “Waiting for a Market Crash”? We’ll reveal the true nature of “cash drag”—which reduces investment efficiency—and introduce a “rule for completing your investment within one year” that even beginners can follow.

The essence of impact investing lies in “active management”—what is the true thrill of investing that index funds cannot provide, as explained by Ryu Sawakami of Sawakami Investment Trust? We provide a thorough explanation of a genuine investment philosophy that balances wealth creation with social contribution through corporate support and engagement from the perspective of everyday consumers.

“Orkan” and the “S&P 500” are popular choices under the new NISA program. Ryu Sawakami of Sawakami Investment Trust is sounding the alarm about this trend! What is the “sin” of index investing—that it dampens corporate growth and leads to societal stagnation? He offers a sharp analysis of the risks hidden behind wealth accumulation and the true meaning of investing.

Why is gold called the “ultimate safe-haven asset”? We explain the reasons in a way that’s easy for beginners to understand. Covering everything from the pros and cons of investing in gold as a hedge against inflation and geopolitical risks to recommended investment strategies like gold savings plans and ETFs. Discover asset protection strategies for these uncertain times today.

With the sharp rise in gold and platinum prices attracting attention, why does platinum harbor such a high risk of a price drop? We conduct a thorough analysis of why platinum—despite its greater scarcity—has seen its price overtaken by gold, as well as the presence or absence of foreign exchange reserves held by central banks and differences in volatility. We explain the distinction between physical demand and speculation—something you should understand before investing.

What is a Mutual Fund? For beginners, we explain the mechanism and pros and cons with diagrams, free of jargon. We thoroughly cover everything from how to choose funds under the new NISA to starting with as little as 100 yen. Worried about “losing a lot of money” or “not knowing what to choose”? This article solves those concerns!