Mitsubishi Corporation: A Japanese Trading Company

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(00:00:00) - Welcome to Business Breakdowns

(00:03:12) - First Question - Understanding Mitsubishi's Global Impact and Business Model

(00:07:12) - The Evolution of Mitsubishi and Japanese Trading Houses

(00:12:12) - Mitsubishi's Investment Case and Market Position

(00:15:02) - Comparing Mitsubishi with Other Japanese Trading Houses

(00:18:22) - The Secret to Mitsubishi's Success and Global Network

(00:21:16) - The Relevance of Berkshire’s Investment in the Japanese Trading Houses

(00:26:45) - A Cultural Shift in the Orientation of Japanese Businesses Towards Their Shareholders 

(00:28:35) - Valuing Mitsubishi

(00:31:05) - Reinvesting in The Business And Reallocating Capital

(00:33:02) - Mitsubishi’s Unique Management Dynamic

(00:38:54) - Advantages of the Mitsubishi Group

(00:42:44) - Lessons Learned from Mitsubishi