Neil Newman, Head of Strategy, Astris Advisory, tells Nitin Dialdas investor interest in Japanese stocks continues at a pace, saying larger Asian markets have somewhat of a buffer over the Middle East situation. He goes on to say that the chess game over the Strait of Hormuz continues and it’s not easy to guess when we may see a resolution.

Carolyn Wright speaks with David Hui, Senior Client Partner in the CEO & Board Practice at Korn Ferry, on the differences between acting and interim CEOs.

Sayuri Shirai, Fellow, Asian Development Bank Institute, says the BOJ are not expected to make a rate change today, however, she says keeping watch on what Governor Ueda has to say is important for gauging the path forwards.