BOAO, China -- Nomura Holdings obtained approval on Friday to open its first securities unit in China, after regulators in Beijing last year raised the cap on foreign ownership of such businesses to allow a majority stake.
Joint venture to initially focus on wealth management

Nomura will hold 51% of the securities joint venture in China, partnering with trading group Orient International. © Reuters
BOAO, China -- Nomura Holdings obtained approval on Friday to open its first securities unit in China, after regulators in Beijing last year raised the cap on foreign ownership of such businesses to allow a majority stake.