Daiki Iga
About Daiki Iga
Daiki Iga serves as the Chief Correspondent for Market at Thomson Reuters, where he has worked since 2010. He is known for coining the term 'Kuroda Bazooka' and has extensive experience covering financial institutions in Japan.
Work at Thomson Reuters
Daiki Iga has been with Thomson Reuters since 2001, holding various positions over the years. He currently serves as Chief Correspondent, Market, a role he has held since 2010 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. In this position, he manages the Japanese market team, overseeing the editing and news value assessment of articles produced by team members. Prior to his current role, he worked as a Correspondent from 2001 to 2004 and as an Editor from 2007 to 2010. His extensive experience at Thomson Reuters has contributed to his expertise in market reporting.
Education and Expertise
Daiki Iga studied at Meiji Gakuin University from 1985 to 1989, where he completed his undergraduate education. He later pursued a Master's degree in Business Administration at Wichita State University from 1997 to 1999. His educational background has equipped him with a strong foundation in business and market analysis, which he applies in his reporting and editorial work.
Background
Daiki Iga has a significant background in financial journalism, particularly in covering the Japanese market. He has reported on key financial institutions, including the Bank of Japan and the Ministry of Finance. His experience includes reporting on major events such as the Beijing Olympics, where he covered various sports events. This diverse background has enhanced his understanding of market dynamics and economic policies.
Achievements
One of Daiki Iga's notable contributions to financial journalism is coining the term 'Kuroda Bazooka,' which refers to the Bank of Japan's quantitative and qualitative monetary easing policy. This term gained popularity in market discussions and reflects his influence in financial reporting. His ability to provide top news judgment from a market perspective during editorial meetings further underscores his expertise in the field.