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Here's why Japanese shares are back in favor

8:12 PM ET Mon, 2 June 2014

Michael Kurtz, Global Head of Equity Strategy at Nomura, says improved corporate governance and better macro economic conditions make Japanese shares a compelling buy right now.

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