The Bank of Japan is set to hold interest rates after its first hike since 2007 in March. The focus will be on BoJ’s updated forecasts and Governor Kazuo Ueda’s press conference.
Tokyo inflation slows to less than 2%
The latest inflation figures for Tokyo show prices in the capital are still rising but at a slower pace. The consumer inflation rate for April fell below the Bank of Japan's 2 percent target. Tokyo's ... ( read original story ...)
The glitch in Japan’s plans to bolster U.S. defence
As the United States faces security threats across the globe, its close ally Japan has committed to stepping up as a trusted defence partner - but Tokyo's cyber and information security ... ( read original story ...)
Japan concerned about weak yen’s negative effects, Finance Minister says
By Satoshi Sugiyama and Makiko Yamazaki TOKYO (Reuters) -Japan is concerned about negative effects of the weak yen, Finance Minister Shunichi Suzuki said on Friday, in a fresh warning against ... ( read original story ...)
Best Crypto to Buy: BlockDAG Presale Hits $20.1M Following Moon-Shot Keynote Teaser as Dogecoin & Shiba Inu Prices Plummet
Discover how BlockDAG's innovative $20.6 million presale and its moon-shot keynote video are reshaping the cryptocurrency landscape, distinguishing it from traditional players like Dogecoin and Shiba ...
Weak yen pressures Bank of Japan interest rate decision
The weak yen is putting pressure on the Bank of Japan to tighten monetary policy, analysts say, although it is not expected to hike its main interest rate when it wraps up a two-day meeting on Friday.
Asia markets set to rise ahead of Bank of Japan’s rate decision; Tokyo inflation falls more than expected
The BOJ is expected to hold its benchmark policy rate at 0%-0.1%, but investors will look if the bank addresses the weakening yen.
Swiatek, Gauff through in Madrid Open as Osaka falls
World No 1 Iga Swiatek beat Wang Xiyu 6-1, 6-4 to reach the third round of the Madrid Open on Thursday as she bids to win the competition for the first time. and she's off 💨@iga_swiatek is into the next round after defeating Wang Xiyu 6-1, 6-4. ( read original story ...)
Tokyo Inflation Slows Sharply on Education Subsidy Impact
Price growth in Tokyo decelerated sharply to a pace below 2% in April, in an outcome largely distorted by the start of education subsidies, as the Bank of Japan gathers to decide policy. ( read original story ...)
Little Tokyo seniors unite for exercise and friendship
Senior citizens in Little Tokyo are gathering each week for exercise and fun times at Terasaki Budokan, a multi-purpose sports and activities center. ( read original story ...)
Japan is concerned about weak yen’s negative effects, Finance Minister says
Japanese Finance Minister Shunichi Suzuki said on Friday he is concerned about negative effects of the weak yen as the currency has continued to slide this year. The dollar hovered around 155.58 yen ... ( read original story ...)
Inflation in Japan’s capital slows more than expected, slides below BOJ goal
Core inflation in Japan's capital slowed much more than expected in April and fell below the central bank's 2% target, data showed on Friday, complicating its decision on how soon to raise interest ... ( read original story ...)
Property market recovery on the horizon
When it comes to Chinese real estate, John Lam is a lone wolf. The UBS analyst shocked markets three years ago with a rare “sell” rating on China Evergrande Group, 11 months before it defaulted and ... ( read original story ...)
Morning Bid: Bank of Japan Center Stage, US Tech Supports
Asia's market spotlight on Friday falls on the Bank of Japan's policy announcement, as the cat-and-mouse game of when or if Tokyo intervenes in the currency market continues, and investors digest the ...
Japan’s Big Bet on Interest Rates May Not Pay Off
William Sposato is a Tokyo-based journalist who has been a contributor to Foreign Policy since 2015. He has been following Japan’s politics and economics for more than 20 years, working at Reuters and ... ( read original story ...)
Forever Young looks to give Japan first Kentucky Derby win. Why he could be colt to do it
Forever Young, the unbeaten colt looking to give Japan its first Kentucky Derby win, is "very unique." Is he the country's best shot at a Derby win? ( read original story ...)