Small Talk

With the minimum wage set to reach an all-time high in 2025, this book explains the survival strategies and productivity of small and medium-sized enterprises. It offers valuable lessons for business leaders, drawing on concrete examples of "multitasking" and "digital transformation." It also clearly explains regional policy disparities and practical methods for shifting from outsourcing to in-house production.

First, have you noticed keywords other than "Iran-US/Israel war" in the latest news, such as "tariffs," "export restrictions," and "geopolitical risk avoidance"? Following the major wars in two global regions, discussions on economic security have rapidly intensified worldwide...

Serious corporate strategies to prevent quiet employee departures! This guide explains the know-how for improving the workplace environment, based on a 2025 survey that revealed "1 in 4 people feel this way." It summarizes success stories and practical points.

What is the truth behind the sharp decline in China's FCV market? We will explain the collapse of the real estate bubble and the limitations of government subsidies. We will also share lessons learned from risk management when considering hydrogen energy investment and from the environmental technology business.

This article explains the capabilities and role of the "Revolutionary Guard Corps" in the context of the Iranian situation. It examines the strength of their economic infrastructure against US military operations, the mechanisms of their sanctions evasion system, and their impact on future international relations. This is a specialized analysis article that is easy for general readers to understand.

Why are Japanese telecommunications companies like NEC and Fujitsu changing their base station businesses? This article explains the current state of economic security and market share, as well as specific new strategies (vRAN, spin-offs). It also offers insights into the survival of domestic technology.

Introduction: Recently, there has been lively debate on the question of whether Japan’s shipbuilding industry can find a way forward once again. ‘LNG (liquefied natural gas) carriers’ are attracting particular attention. Whilst domestic construction had ceased since 2019, calls are now being made for a revival of this sector on the grounds of energy security.

The currently operating GPS system is outdated, dating back to the 1970s, and is less accurate and more susceptible to radio interference compared to European and Chinese systems. While the next-generation GPS IIIF is under development, its development is behind schedule. This article explains the innovative technologies implemented by the NTS-3 satellite and their significance.

A detailed explanation of the NIDEK audit "disclaimer of opinion" case. This book clearly explains the truth behind this unusual situation for a large corporation, the background of the accounting inappropriateness, management responsibility, and key points to watch out for in the future. It is packed with useful information for both investors and corporate stakeholders.

This book provides case studies explaining "cash allocation," a funding allocation issue for listed companies. It also covers principles for enhancing corporate value learned from the conflict between Sanyo Shokai and a US fund, and introduces best practices from JGC Gas and the results of a PwC survey. You will gain an understanding of how to balance shareholder returns with business growth.