Japanese Autos: What’s Next? with Mio Kato

For this episode, we welcome back Insight Provider Mio Kato to go over the current state of the Japanese auto industry and explore the major drivers that will determine what comes next - including electric vehicles, self-driving technology, and more. Mio Kato has over 15 years of experience looking at Japanese and Asian cyclically driven sectors such as Gaming, Factory Automation and Autos. He was previously with FrontPoint Partners LP, Arrowhawk Capital Partners, and Uzabase before founding LightStream Research. Related Smartkarma Insights Toyota – Topping the Nikkei’s ESG Survey and an Indicator of Labour Reform? Mazda – The Return of the Wankel Engine and Its Significance for the EV Transition Honda – GM Strategic Alliance Unlikely to Achieve Much This podcast is provided for general informational and entertainment purposes only, and is not intended to provide financial, investment or other professional advice. Views expressed by third parties do not necessarily represent Smartkarma’s views. Smartkarma assumes no responsibility or liability for the accuracy, compliance or completeness of the podcast or the information it contains. Users should not rely on the podcast or the information it contains when making individual, business or other strategic decisions and should always consult a qualified expert or professional adviser.