Investors continued to monitor developments surrounding the global coronavirus pandemic amid concerns that a surge in cases could impact the reopening of economies. Stocks in Asia Pacific fell on ... ( read original story ...)
Japan government spokesman says it is crucial to maintain current G7 framework
Japan's government spokesman Yoshihide Suga said on Monday that it is crucial to maintain the current G7 framework. ( read original story ...)
Gerardo Parra Hopes ‘Baby Shark’ Magic Can Bring a Title in Japan, Too
It brings energy, and we need that to help make a championship team here,” Parra, the former Nationals player, said of the children’s song that was the soundtrack to the team’s World Series run. ( read original story ...)
Former High School Dropout Becomes Billionaire As Japan’s Internet Usage Soars
Masatoshi Kumagai, the 56-year-old founder and chairman of Tokyo-based GMO Internet, saw his fortune cross the $1 billionaire mark as shares of his company soared 50% due to an increase in internet ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo’s Nikkei closes down more than 2%
Tokyo's benchmark Nikkei index lost more than two percent on Monday following a rout on US markets as fears grow over a resurgence of coronavirus infections. The Nikkei 225 dropped 2.30 percent, or ... ( read original story ...)
Investors still keen on Yokohama IR bid: officials
International casino operators are still interested in pursuing an integrated resort (IR) scheme in Japan’s Yokohama city, said some of the city’s leading officials. The local ... ( read original story ...)
Japan falls 2% as global coronavirus death toll crosses 500,000; oil prices decline
Stocks in Asia Pacific fell in Monday afternoon trade as the number of coronavirus cases globally continues to rise. ( read original story ...)
Earthquake in Delhi: SDMC identifying high-rise buildings to ensure seismic stability
In a statement, the South Delhi Municipal Corporation (SDMC) said it has already started taking action in accordance with the instructions given by the Delhi High Court in view of earthquakes and the ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s retail sales extend slump as coronavirus curbs keep shoppers away
Retail sales in Japan tumbled at a double-digit pace for the second straight month in May as the coronavirus pandemic and lockdown measures delivered a heavy blow to consumer confidence and economic ... ( read original story ...)
Half Of Tokyo Residents Oppose Olympics In 2021: Poll
The poll conducted over the weekend found 51.7 percent of respondents hope the Games in 2021 are postponed again or cancelled, while 46.3 percent want to see the rescheduled Olympics go ahead. Among ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Takeda expects $200 million operating loss related to Novartis’ Xiidra withdrawal
Takeda Pharmaceutical Co Ltd 4502.T> said on Monday it anticipates an operating loss of about $200 million related to Novartis AG's decision to withdraw a marketing application for the dry-eye drug ... ( read original story ...)
Man shown ramming car with bike found with 7 grams of marijuana
During an investigation into a man on suspicion of property damage, police discovered marijuana at his residence ... ( read original story ...)
S.Korea pension signs $2.3 bln JV with Allianz to expand overseas property investment
South Korea's National Pension Service (NPS) said on Monday it signed a $2.3 billion joint venture with Allianz Group to increase real estate investment in major cities across Australia, Singapore, ... ( read original story ...)
Japanese stocks track Wall Street losses on renewed virus fears
Japanese shares fell on Monday, tracking Wall Street's sharp retreat on Friday after several U.S. states imposed business restrictions to tackle a resurgence in new coronavirus cases. ( read original story ...)
Xindu Issues the First “Opportunity List” to Japan for a New International Cooperation Pattern
Stock quotes by finanzen.net CHENGDU, China, June 29, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- On June 28, the 2020 Xindu China-Japan Online Investment and Trade Promotion Fair sponsored by CPC Xindu District Committee ... ( read original story ...)
Japanese bank predicts years of gloom for tourist hub Osaka
The vast number of Asian tourists who had flocked to Osaka's shopping arcades disappeared after Japan banned entry for ... saw net profit from core business operations fall 7% to 25.7 billion ... ( read original story ...)