Citigroup Global Markets Japan - Citi Investment Research & Analysis

A truly global organization, Citi Investment Research and Analysis’ (CIRA’s) footprint spans nearly 1,000 professionals in the world’s major markets.
We have over 300 fundamental analysts covering 3,000 equities of issuers in nearly 70 countries. CIRA also has some 40 quant and strategy analysts, 40 economists, and 40 fixed income analysts globally.
Spanning the entire range of investment opportunities – our analysts, strategists and economists provide expert analysis in a variety of disciplines: fundamental equities, corporate bonds, technical research, quantitative analysis, economics, strategy and the broader fixed income universe.
We pride ourselves on our independence, quality advice, high level of client service and innovation in a fast-changing world.

Fundamental Analysis: Superior equity research on a wide range of companies in Japan

In Japan, CIRA carries out fundamental analysis on approximately 300 listed companies to provide timely, high quality equity research in both Japanese and English. Our investment recommendations are always independent and objective, with the interests of clients our highest priority.

Our Fundamental Analysis division comprises five teams: Autos & Machinery/Capital Goods; Lifestyle; Materials; Technology, Media, Telecom (TMT); and Financial/Real Estate. Financial analysis on detailed corporate data, an experienced view of industry trends, and fresh and insightful thinking enable us to help clients with their investment decisions and advise them of prime investment opportunities. We also share and manage a global database of financial analytical information with our worldwide Citi Investment Research & Analysis colleagues, allowing us to respond to a variety of investor requests and needs.

Global Strategy & Macro Analysis: Broad-based and specific equity and fixed income market commentary

This division incorporates Economics & Rate Strategy, Corporate Securities Strategy, and Portfolio Strategy. Here, our strategists, economists and analysts present comprehensive macro and micro views of the equity- and fixed income-related factors that move markets.

Research Operations: Accurate and timely delivery of high-quality product

Our Publications, Technology/Data Services, and Business Unit Management & Admin groups collaborate to ensure that our many Research products conform to Citi standards of accuracy and quality, and are delivered to clients while ideas and analysis are fresh and relevant.

Industry-Leading Analysts

Institutional investors consistently give us high marks for the quality, clarity, and insightfullness of our research information and services. Many Citigroup Global Markets Japan analysts, strategists, and economists are ranked highly in tables published by Institutional Investor, Nikkei Veritas, Starmine, and others.

Global Reach

Citi Investment Research & Analysis's global network offers superior research capabilities, with experienced analysts located worldwide. Regional and global collaboration results in research that is comprehensive, sophisticated, and second to none.