U.S. Market Entry

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The U.S. has been the world’s largest economy (based on GDP) since 1871 and currently contributes to a quarter of the world’s economic activity. According to Bloomberg, as the world’s largest growing market, the U.S. is poised to be the most desirable destination for Japanese M&A activity.

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Entering the U.S. Market

Advanced infrastructure, the latest technology, and abundant natural resources make the U.S. a naturally attractive place to do business. Additionally, long-standing economic and security agreements with Japan, make the U.S. especially appealing to Japanese companies that are seeking to expand their global footprint.

Japan is America’s second-largest source of foreign direct investment, and Japanese companies have forged countless technology, energy, and manufacturing partnerships in both the private and public sectors of the economy. When it comes to entering the American market, there is a historic, well-traveled path to success. Contact us, and we will guide you to succeed overseas.

Learn more about entering the U.S. market

Success Stories

HLS Global is known for providing complete “end-to-end” services and solutions to help business expand globally. The following success stories illustrate just some of the ways that we help Japanese companies find success abroad.

Publicly Listed Japanese Company

Advisory

Railway Parts Manufacturing and Sales

Our client needed U.S. market entry tax and operations advisory services. To address their needs,
HLS Global:

Provided a full suite of tax advisory services
Developed and implemented a comprehensive workflow system

American Subsidiary

Accounting

Internet and Web Services

Our client wanted to outsource and improve accounting and financial operations. In response,
HLS Global:

Liaised between the client and its parent company
Reported the client’s monthly, quarterly, and annual accounting operations to its parent company
Streamlined operations and financial accounting processes

Coast to Coast Coverage

The U.S. market is vast and diverse, with regulations and cultures that vary across states and regions. With six strategically located offices throughout the country, HLS Global is uniquely positioned to support your market entry needs in any or all major U.S. regions. When you are ready to explore new markets, we can start the conversation locally.

Our Worldwide Network

The U.S. is just one of the countries in which we operate. Our global network spans over 20 countries with a direct presence in the U.S., Japan, Mexico, India, and Germany. Visit our Global Expansion page to learn more about our worldwide presence and support network.

Our Sources:

Top 20 Economies in the World (Investopedia)
Japan Firms Have $890 Billion in Cash. Here’s Where They Might Spend It (Bloomberg.com)
Cabinet Public Relations Office, Cabinet Secretariat (www.japan.go.jp)