Japan’s economy expanded for a third straight quarter, but weak consumption and business investment raise questions over the timing of the BOJ’s next rate hike ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s 10-year bond yield hits three-decade high
Japan’s 10-year bond yield has hit a three-decade high, approaching the closely watched 3 per cent level as a weak yen fuels inflation concerns and investors bet on an interest rate rise next month. ( read original story ...)
Japan continues to see troubles related to funeral fees
Amid the increasing popularity of scaled-down funerals in Japan, experts say the pricing of funerals has become more complicated. As such, they urge people to check price quotations carefully. ( read original story ...)
Nikkei rises 0.5%; weaker 2Q GDP growth could prompt a BOJ hold
The Nikkei Stock Average rose 0.5% in early trade, aided by preliminary estimates showing weaker-than-expected 2Q GDP growth.
Nikkei, KOSPI to US stocks: Global equity heatmap you must know before the opening bell of the Indian stock market
Global markets today: The US stock market closed lower on Friday, even after the S&P 500 briefly touched a fresh record high earlier in the session ...
Japan’s Rakuten to partner with German AI defense drone startup
Rakuten Group will collaborate with German defense technology startup Helsing to bring AI-powered attack drones to the Japanese Self-Defense Forces, Nikkei has learned.
Missing British girl found safe in Yokohama after getting lost
TOKYO -- A 12-year-old British girl visiting Japan with her family for sightseeing was found safe in Yokohama on the night of Aug. 15 after going miss･･･ ... ( read original story ...)
Thousands Stranded in Tokyo’s Narita Airport On Record Rain Deluge
Thousands of travelers were left stranded at Japan’s Narita Airport after record-breaking heavy rain hit the surrounding prefecture of Chiba, cutting off major train and bus routes into central Tokyo. ( read original story ...)
Radiohead Teased for Tokyo’s Summer Sonic Festival 2027
Radiohead were teased for a 2027 appearance at Tokyo’s Summer Sonic festival in concert footage aired on the big screen at this year’s event. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s economy stays on growth path, but headwinds loom
The Japanese economy notched a third consecutive quarter of growth, but at a slower pace as household and corporate spending weakened. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s economy grows slower than expected in April-June
By Makiko Yamazaki TOKYO, Aug 17 (Reuters) - Japan's economy grew slower than expected in April-June, government data showed on Monday, as private consumption softened due to headwinds from higher raw ... ( read original story ...)
Japan second-quarter GDP grows 1.1% on an annualized basis, missing expectations
On an annualized basis, Japan saw growth of 1.1%, against estimates of 2%. ( read original story ...)
Bitcoin Has Never Faced Global Bond Yields This High Since It Was Born
Global bond yields have reached levels last seen in July 2008. Bitcoin (BTC) did not exist then. The asset has never traded through borrowing costs this high, and it is not benefiting now. Gold rose ...
Breach at Crypto Wallet Company Called ‘SafePal’ Exposes 39,798 Customers
The crypto wallet company SafePal said on Sunday that it had “recently” found and fixed a vulnerability in a system containing users’ order information, and that, if exploited, this would have allowed ...
Bitcoin, XRP, Ethereum, and Solana Drop. Will Crypto Recover by the End of 2026?
Bitcoin, XRP, Ethereum and Solana have all fallen this year, with XRP now under $1. Here is what recovery would take before December.
Warren Targets Trump-Linked Crypto Bank Approval With Ethics Bill
Senator Elizabeth Warren and a group of Democratic lawmakers on Saturday introduced legislation that would prohibit presidents and other senior government officials from owning or controlling banks, ...