Lawmakers approved a plan to help companies and consumers as officials bargain in Washington for relief from debilitating auto levies. ( read original story ...)
S. Korean, Japanese biz leaders hold annual conference
S. Korean, Japanese biz leaders hold annual conference Yutaka Aso, co-chairman of the Japan-Korea Economic Association and chairman of Aso Cement Co., speaks during the opening ceremony of the 57th ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s top court expected to rule excluding sex industry from COVID grants constitutional
Japan's Supreme Court is expected to finalize a decision upholding the constitutionality of government regulations excluding a business in th ... ( read original story ...)
Japan loses status as world’s top creditor to Germany
Japan has lost its position as the world's top creditor after 34 years, falling behind Germany, even as its net external assets last year hit a record high, officials said today. ( read original story ...)
Japan loses top global creditor spot to Germany
Japan lost its 34-year reign as the world’s largest creditor nation to Germany at the end of 2024. Japan’s net external assets hit a record ¥533.1 trillion ($3.73 trillion), but Germany’s were higher ...
Japan’s Fujita Corporation-backed Neilsoft refiles IPO papers, reduces fresh issue size
The IPO will be a combination of fresh issuance of equity shares worth Rs 90 crore, and an offer-for-sale of 80 lakh shares by the existing shareholders including promoters.
Eight injured near explosion in Tokyo construction site
TOKYO: The police received a call from a resident in Edogawa Ward, Tokyo, at around 9.30am on Tuesday (May 27) reporting an explosion and that their home's windows were broken. ( read original story ...)
The 1991 World Athletics Championships in Tokyo
Explore the memorable moments of the 1991 Tokyo World Athletics Championships, including record-breaking performances and their lasting impact as Tokyo prepares to host the event again in 2025 ( read original story ...)
Japan’s super-long bond yields plunge on issuance cut speculation
TOKYO (Reuters) -Yields on super-long Japanese government bonds (JGBs) fell sharply on Tuesday after Reuters reported the country's finance ministry might issue fewer of these bonds. The 30-year JGB ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s super-long bond yields slide on optimism over likely cut in MOF sales
Yields on super-long Japanese government bonds (JGBs) fell sharply on Tuesday after Reuters reported the finance ministry may reduce the issuance of those bonds. ( read original story ...)
Exclusive: Japan to consider trimming super-long bond issuance, sources say
Japan will consider trimming issuance of super-long bonds in the wake of recent sharp rises in yields for the notes, two sources told Reuters on Tuesday, as policymakers seek to soothe market concerns ... ( read original story ...)
Japan Government Panel Warns on Rising Yields’ Hit on Finances
A Japanese government advisory panel urged authorities to step up fiscal consolidation efforts, as the Bank of Japan’s ongoing monetary tightening efforts raise the risk of higher debt-servicing costs ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s LDP, two other parties OK pension system reform bills to boost basic benefits
Japan's ruling and main opposition parties on May 26 reached a broad agreement over pension system reform bills to include measures to bolste ... ( read original story ...)
Nissan considering selling Yokohama HQ to survive
Struggling Nissan may sell off its global headquarters in Yokohama, Japan as it looks to manage its financials, reports Nikkei Asia. This comes after the Japanese automaker vowed to shut down seven of ... ( read original story ...)
Japan to closely monitor bond market, finance minister says
Japanese Finance Minister Katsunobu Kato said on Tuesday that the government will closely monitor the bond market ahead of the auction of super-long debt this week, warning that higher interest rates ... ( read original story ...)
Japan to consider tweaking bond issuance plan, sources say
Japan's Ministry of Finance (MOF) will consider tweaking the composition of its bond programme for the current fiscal year, which could involve trimming the issuance of super-long bonds, two sources ... ( read original story ...)