Barclays Securities Japan has announced the appointment of Naohiko Baba as Managing Director, Chief Japan Economist, and Head of Japan Research.
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This strategic move comes as Barclays aims to expand its local and global economic research capabilities.
In his new role, Baba will lead Barclays’ macro-economic research efforts for Japan, with a particular focus on monetary policy.
He has over 30 years of industry experience, having previously served as the Chief Japan