KTC Capital Reports Lower Japanese Share Prices

Online, September 14, 2010 (Newswire.com) - It is expected that the Japanese central bank will likely intervene to stem the Yen's rise in support of the vital export market. Until then, Japan's exporters, along with most equities in that market will feel continued pressure.

Other indicators of easing concerns are rising bank stocks as balance sheets and lending practices continue to be cleaned up. Asian banks are well positioned relative to their European counterparts as they already have high capital ratios. This makes the new regulatory landscape less onerous for them.

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