A: Hey there, any news from the financial world lately?

B: Not much, what's up?

A: Well, I heard that some Japanese investment funds are getting ready for more domestic buyouts to keep up with their foreign competitors!

B: No way, really? Which ones?

A: Orix teamed up with the Qatar Investment Authority for a 2.5-billion-dollar private equity fund! They aim to invest in Japanese businesses and projects worth over 30 billion yen.

B: That's some serious cash! Do you know how much they might be investing in individual companies?

A: From what I read, it could go up to companies worth more than 100 billion yen. Pretty big stuff, huh?

B: Sounds like they want to make a big impact on the Japanese economy. Is that right?

A: Exactly! Takahashi Hidetake said they hope to improve the governance and value of the companies they invest in.

B: The government is also joining the party, isn't it? They established a new fund this month with over 5 billion dollars.

A: Yep, that's right! It focuses on large growth opportunities and startups.

B: So, it seems like more Japanese companies are selling off or divesting their non-core businesses as they restructure. Guess who's been financing those moves?

A: If I had to guess, I'd say foreign investors. Many of these deals have been funded by them.

B: Well, it's an interesting time for the financial market here in Japan! Thanks for filling me in, buddy!