The Nikkei stock index jumped over 2 percent Thursday morning as exporters were bought on a weaker yen against the U.S. dollar and se
JGB Yield Curve Steepens as Japan Offers 2.2% 40-Year Govt Bonds
JGB yield curve steepened as Japan’s Finance Ministry offers 700 billion yen of 2.2% 40-year government bonds.
Naomi Osaka wants ‘no regrets’ after teaming with Serena Williams’ former coach
Osaka said she 'felt like I needed a change' and described Patrick Mouratoglou, who is best known as Williams' long time former coach, as 'a big persona.' ( read original story ...)
Some Amazing RPGs Are Heavily Discounted Right Now In These Tokyo Game Show Sales
This weekend, a number of big-name publishers will be attending Tokyo Game Show 2024. The annual event showcases a host of both previously announced and newly revealed games to fans, and this year, ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Next PM Faces Challenge of New US Leader and Tension With China
Among the challenges awaiting Japan’s next prime minister, few will be as weighty as managing relations with its sole treaty ally the US and navigating fraying ties with China, the biggest trading partner for Tokyo. ( read original story ...)
Japanese Regulator Looks Set to Reform Crypto Gaming Laws
The top Japanese regulator, the Financial Services Agency, has reportedly signaled it is ready to reform that nation’s crypto gaming laws.
AI demand isn’t fading, Tokyo Electron finance chief says
TOKYO -- Tokyo Electron, Japan's leading maker of semiconductor production equipment, sees AI-related sales rising about 150% this fiscal year to 690 billion yen ($4.8 billion) and expects demand to ...
Asian Equities Rally as Soft Yen Supports Japan: Markets Wrap
Asian equities climbed Thursday as a weaker yen and Beijing stimulus measures supported the region’s two largest stock markets.Most Read from BloombergNJ Transit, Amtrak Trains Delayed After Derailmen ...
Seabourn Odyssey handed over to Mitsui Ocean Cruises
Mitsui Ocean Cruises received Seabourn Odyssey, future Mitsui Ocean Fuji, at Yokohama handover ceremony. Ship will undergo refurbishment at Mitsubishi yard ... ( read original story ...)
Some 7-Eleven owners in Japan fed up with strategy, welcome foreign bid
TOKYO (Reuters) - As much as Jun Nagao doesn't like the idea of foreigners scooping up Japanese companies, the former 7-Eleven franchise owner thinks a takeover would bring welcome change to the ... ( read original story ...)
Japan PM candidate Koizumi talks of change, but rivals could alter US diplomacy
In the race to become Japan's next leader, young contender Shinjiro Koizumi has positioned himself as a change candidate, but his veteran rivals Shigeru Ishiba and Sanae Takaichi are the ones pushing ... ( read original story ...)
Who will become Japan’s next prime minister?
Mr Kishida has beefed up Japan’s armed forces, deepened its alliance with America, and helped repair relations with South Korea, which are haunted by the legacy of Japan’s colonisation of Korea ... ( read original story ...)
Trump’s own followers literally laughed at his crypto debt idea
Trump still doesn’t seem to understand how cryptocurrencies work. And at a recent crypto event, one of his ideas was so absurd it sent the room into a fit of laughter.
Harris sees ‘next generation of breakthroughs’ built by U.S. workers. AI, crypto could benefit.
Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris pledged to support cutting-edge industries and middle-class workers while touting her previously released plans, as she delivered an economic address in the swing state of Pennsylvania.
Japan to expand antidumping duties to fight evasion
TOKYO -- Japan seeks to broaden its antidumping duties to cover products routed through third countries, Nikkei has learned, aiming to curb inflows of goods -- like Chinese steel -- that may enjoy ...
Osaka vs. Putintseva Prediction: China Open 2024
On Thursday, Naomi Osaka (No. 73 in the world) meets Yulia Putintseva (No. 32) in the Round of 64 at the China Open. Watch tennis, other live sports and more on Fubo. Use our link to sign up for a free trial. ( read original story ...)