Japan is a country where centuries-old traditions coexist harmoniously with cutting-edge modernity. From the neon-lit streets of Tokyo to ... ( read original story ...)
Yes Bank stake sale: SBI seals 13.18% divestment to Japan’s SMBC; largest cross-border deal in banking sector
State Bank of India has divested approximately 13.18% of its stake in Yes Bank Limited to Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation, a prominent Japanese bank. This transaction marks a significant ...
Two Earthquakes Rattle Southern Japan Today: What To Know
Two strong earthquakes shook southern Japan Wednesday, the United States Geological Survey (USGS) map shows. The quakes were both measured at a 4.9 magnitude and were 106 km, about 65 miles, and 104 ... ( read original story ...)
Cherotich takes leap of faith to break steeplechase championship record in Tokyo
Cherotich sprinted away to win in a championship record of 8:51.59, finishing almost five seconds clear of Yavi (8:56.46). Ethiopia's Sembo Almayew took bronze in a PB of 8:58.86. ( read original story ...)
SBI completes divestment of 13.18% stake in Yes Bank to Japan’s SMBC for ₹8,889 crore
State Bank of India (SBI) has finalized the divestment of a 13.18% stake in Yes Bank to Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation (SMBC) for approximately Rs 8,889 crore. This transaction involved the sale ...
Japan’s exports to the US continue to fall, hit by Trump’s tariffs
Japan’s exports to the United States plummeted 13.8% in August compared to the same month the previous year, marking the fifth straight month of declines, as auto exports were hit by President Donald ...
Japan Detects Russian and Chinese Ships Near Territory
A total of five Russian and Chinese naval vessels were detected operating in waters near Japan in recent days. ( read original story ...)
Duplantis breaks world pole vault record with 6.30m in Tokyo
In Tokyo’s Japan National Stadium, the margin was 30cm as the Swedish supremo broke yet another barrier, becoming the first man to clear 6.30m* as he claimed his third world title in four years. “It’s ... ( read original story ...)
Japan provides nearly $100M for Ukrainian business recovery
The funds are provided through a guarantee from the government of Japan via the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development (IBRD). Read also: Sakura strategy: How Japan’s aid to Ukraine ...
Japan reports slower-than-expected exports contraction in August, extending decline to fourth month
Exports fell 0.1% year on year, compared to a 2.6% fall in July and much softer than the 1.9% contraction expected by economists polled by Reuters. Imports contracted at a softer pace of 5.2%, compared to the 7. ( read original story ...)
Wealthy foreign nationals picking up ultimate souvenir — a condo in Tokyo
In the fashionable suburb of Daikanyama in Tokyo, a 215-square-meter high-rise condominium unit is sitting empty, waiting for a new buyer. The condo’s features — including a spacious walk-in closet, ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s rising land prices attract younger buyers to condos
A sustained rise in Japan's land prices has started to attract younger buyers, with an increasing number of them looking to pick up condominiums as investment properties. ( read original story ...)
Asia markets mixed, Japan’s Nikkei nears record highs amid cautious trading; eyes on Fed decision
Asia stocks trade mixed on Wednesday as investors remained cautious ahead of the U.S. Federal Reserve’s policy decision. Japanese stocks held near record highs after trade data showed the country's ...
Why Naomi Osaka Turned Down A Lucrative Coca-Cola Deal And How It Paid Off, According To Her Agent
The post Why Naomi Osaka Turned Down A Lucrative Coca-Cola Deal And How It Paid Off, According To Her Agent appeared first on AfroTech. The post Why Naomi Osaka Turned Down A Lucrative Coca-Cola Deal ... ( read original story ...)
Duplantis sets another pole vault world record in front of Tokyo crowd
Armand Duplantis, who cleared the bar at 6.30 meters, collected $70,000 for the win — his 49th straight dating to September 2022 — along with the $100,000 bonus that goes to record breakers at world ... ( read original story ...)
GPIF bets on property and infrastructure in Japan, in alternative asset first
Pension funds around the world are seeking extra yields from alternative assets like private equity and real estate, but the yields reflect elevated risks in other areas. ( read original story ...)