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 ...)
Bank of Japan set to hold rates steady even as inflation remains high
The Bank of Japan is expected to sit tight at its two-day policy meeting this week due to uncertainties over the domestic political situation and the effects of U.S. tariffs. It is seen sticking with ...
MGM Osaka price tag now at US$10bln, as construction costs go up
The Osaka prefectural government in Japan published on Friday an updated version of its development plan for an integrated resort (IR) with casino. The project’s total investment is now expected to ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Exports Fall for Fourth Straight Month Under Weight of Tariffs
Japan’s exports fell 0.1% in August, declining for a fourth consecutive month as higher U.S. tariffs crimped outbound trade.
Japan’s JERA in advanced talks to buy $1.7 billion of US shale gas assets, sources say
Japan's top power generator JERA is in advanced talks to buy natural gas production assets in the U.S. for around $1.7 billion, people familiar with the matte ... ( read original story ...)
GPIF in First Bets on Its Own for Japan Property, Infrastructure
Japan’s Government Pension Investment Fund is picking domestic alternative asset funds on its own for the first time, putting its cash in real estate and infrastructure such as data centers. ( read original story ...)
Asia markets mostly advance, Japan’s Nikkei hits fresh record peak; China dips
Asia stocks mostly advance on Tuesday, with Japanese and South Korean shares reaching new record highs, following an upbeat session on Wall Street overnight, buoyed by expectations of Federal Reserve ...
A Massive Earthquake Is Going to Hit the Pacific Northwest, Scientists Say—And It Could Wipe Out the Coastline
The Juan de Fuca Plate has been steadily pushing against the Pacific Coast as it slides beneath the North American Plate. But the roughly 47-million-square-mile North American Plate isn’t budging. ( read original story ...)