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Key highlights from Shigeru Fujimoto's trading approach:
At 2:00 AM, Shigeru Fujimoto begins analyzing global markets from his home office. His focus includes:
Tracking yen fluctuations and Japanese stocks trading as American Depositary Receipts (ADRs), like Sumitomo Corporation's overnight price of ¥3,850.
By 4:00 AM, he processes Nikkei newspaper reports, creating stock assessments like his "B-minus" rating for Sanwa Technos after their profit decline.
Fujimoto's stock selection combines quantitative screening with market psychology:
Uses Relative Strength Index (RSI) for timing decisions, explaining: "When RSI drops below 30, it signals potential buying opportunities. Conversely, an RSI above 80 suggests overbought conditions."
"The market has mountains, forests, trees, branches, and leaves. The Dow represents the whole landscape, but individual stocks move independently. You must understand both perspectives."
Uses Iwai Cosmo Securities' high-frequency plan: ¥50,000 monthly fee for 1,000 trades (¥56 per transaction), contrasting with standard 1% commissions that would cost ¥300,000 on a ¥30 million trade.
Demonstrated through Tokai Rika trade: Purchased at ¥2,010 before earnings announcement despite projected profit decline, then sold at ¥2,200 for ¥700,000 gain after positive market reaction.
"With dividend yields exceeding margin interest rates (4.1% vs 2.8%), responsible leverage becomes mathematically advantageous. But always practice margin buying with cash settlement for risk control."
Started at 19 (1955) after meeting Ishino Securities executive at his pet shop. Initial holdings included Sharp, Okuma, and Nisseki.
Adopted online trading at 66 (2002): "I knew nothing about computers initially. Previously, all transactions involved face-to-face meetings with brokers."
Recommends tax-advantaged accounts for beginners: "With government incentives, not using NISA is illogical. Focus on companies with low PER/PBR, growing earnings, and increasing dividends."
"Develop financial literacy before trading. Paper money outperforms mattress savings through dividends and shareholder benefits. But remember - stocks aren't casual friendships; they require ongoing relationship management."