The Japanese government has admitted that there does exist documents reportedly chronicling bureaucrats' tampering of Finance Ministry papers approvin ... ( read original story ...)
Nikkei inches up as Japan shares edge higher on tech gains; Covid-19 measures cap the rise
The Nikkei share average ticked up 0.09 per cent to close at 29,357.82, while the broader Topix rose 0.29 per cent to 1,933.05. Both indexes inched down earlier in the session after rising the most in ... ( read original story ...)
Stock Markets Today: Vaccine Patents, Covid-19 Variants, China Tensions, Crypto
Eight years ago this month, global yields jumped and risky assets fell on a hint from then-Fed Chairman Ben Bernanke that the central bank might start trimming its bond purchase program, so investors ... ( read original story ...)
Investment bank picks 3 stocks to buy ahead of Apple’s next iPhone launch
Daiwa named its favorite Apple supplier stocks in the Greater China region — and one of its top picks has an upside of 65%. ( read original story ...)
Veteran Crypto Trader: Ethereum Eclipsing $4,000 Is ‘Tip of The Iceberg’
Texas West Capital trader says network upgrades key to meeting new demand Welcome to The Ask, where each week Crypto Investor interviews essential voices doing the work to make crypto 'mainstream.' ... ( read original story ...)
The IRS is coming after crypto profits: CNBC After Hours
Eamon Javers breaks down a recent court decision allowing the IRS to access the identities of taxpayers who use cryptocurrencies. ( read original story ...)
Japan may approve AstraZeneca, Moderna vaccines as early as May 20 -Nikkei
Japan's government may approve the use of coronavirus vaccines developed by AstraZeneca PLC and Moderna Inc as early as May 20, the Nikkei reported on Friday. Health ministry officials plan to hold ... ( read original story ...)
Japan Jibun Bank Services PMI registered at 49.5 above expectations (48.3) in April
EUR/USD flirts with 200-HMA, picking up bids of late. Upbeat Momentum line, sustained breakout of short-term falling trend line keep buyers hopeful. 1.2000 threshold, monthly low adds to the downside ... ( read original story ...)
Japan Services PMI Improves To 49.5 In April – Jibun
The services sector in Japan continued to contract in April, albeit at a slower pace, the latest survey from Jibun Bank revealed on ... ( read original story ...)
Turkey, India and China Look to Ban Crypto, U.S., Germany and Iran Move to Use It
Countries are divided on cryptocurrency, with some looking to ban it, while others are seeking ways to incorporate it into their economic systems. ( read original story ...)
Paxos CEO on powering PayPal’s crypto ‘next generation digital wallet’
CNBC's "Squawk on the Street" team discusses PayPal's crypto offering with Charles Cascarilla, co-founder and CEO of Paxos, the company powering PayPal’s crypto service. ( read original story ...)
What Is Bonfire Crypto? How to Buy the New Token That Fans Are Pushing on Twitter
The token was launched less than a month ago and its price is not yet listed on major cryptocurrency tracking sites. ( read original story ...)
DGAP-Adhoc: APONTIS PHARMA AG sets placement price for its IPO at EUR 19.00 per share
APONTIS PHARMA AG ("APONTIS PHARMA" or "Company") has set the placement price for its initial public offering ("IPO") at EUR 19.00 per share. In total, 5,290,000 ordinary bearer shares with no par ... ( read original story ...)
Japan seeks longer COVID quarantines for Indian arrivals
Since April 28, Japan has required arrivals from India and certain other coronavirus hot spots to self-quarantine at government-designated facilities for three days. They can leave the facilities ... ( read original story ...)
Pound Japanese Yen Exchange Rate Steady as Bank of Japan is Optimistic about Japan’s Covid-19 Vaccine Rollout
STORY LINK Pound Japanese Yen Exchange Rate Steady as Bank of Japan is Optimistic about Japan’s Covid-19 Vaccine Rollout. GBP/JPY Exchange ... ( read original story ...)
The IRS is coming for crypto — Here’s what’s happening
CNBC's Eamon Javers reports on how investors will have to pay taxes on gains from crypto trades. Got a confidential news tip? We want to hear from you. Sign up for free newsletters and get more CNBC ... ( read original story ...)