S&P Global Ratings analysts held a live webcast on Wednesday, 26 February, where they discussed the three reasons for slow fintech developments in high tech Japan. This webcast is provided on a complimentary basis.

Key discussion points:

Delayed J-Banks' Response To Fintech: What are the macro and industry-specific factors hindering Japanese banks' response to fintech?
International Comparison: How will these key factors differ in other countries?
Fintech’s Changes In Japan: What are the short-term disruptions and long term benefits for the Japanese economy and financial industry

Speakers: 
Shoki Nagano, Associate Director, Financial Institutions & International Public Finance Ratings
Ryoji Yoshizawa, Senior Director, Financial Institutions & International Public Finance Ratings

Moderator: 
Chizuru Tateno, Director, Financial Institutions & International Public Finance Ratings