Consumer inflation in Tokyo likely accelerated in December on higher food costs and after the government's suspension of its gas and electricity subsidies, a Reuters poll showed on Friday. The ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s government ‘alarmed’ by recent forex moves, top officials say
Top Japanese finance officials said on Friday the government is "alarmed" by recent foreign exchange moves and is ready to intervene if speculative moves were deemed excessive, as the yen resumed its ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Nikkei set for weekly decline despite weak yen tailwind
Japan's Nikkei share average on Friday was headed for its worst week since early November despite the tailwind of a weaker yen, as weakness on Wall Street and caution ahead of major central bank policy decisions weighed.
Japan’s finance ministry may force a rate hike, with yen heading toward 160 level: Strategist
Masahiko Loo, senior fixed income strategist at State Street Global Advisors, says that with the yen approaching 160 against the dollar, Japan's finance ministry may force an interest rate hike at the ...
Greater Tokyo new condo prices drop in November
Greater Tokyo new condominium prices fell in November on a slump in the number of high-end luxury units added to the market. ( read original story ...)
Japan Consumer Prices Rise Faster as Rate Hike Timing Under Scrutiny
Japan’s consumer inflation sped up in November, fanning rate-hike hopes, but price growth may not be strong enough yet to rush an immediate move. ( read original story ...)
Mind the labour gap: Worker crunch piles pressure on small-town Japan
Over the last decade, Masato Shiota brought his papermaking business back from the brink, paying down debt and buying machinery to automate some production. But he struggles to find workers to keep ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Ruling Party Still Pushing for Crypto Tax Reform Despite PM’s Caution
Japan’s ruling Liberal Democratic Party is pushing for crypto tax reform despite recent statements from Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba.
Kitakyushu wins 2nd consecutive title in Japan’s ‘new’ best night view ranking
FUKUOKA -- The southwestern city of Kitakyushu has achieved two consecutive victories in the " New Three Japanese Cities with the Most Spectacular Night Views " ranking, followed by Yokohama and ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s core inflation accelerates, keeps BOJ rate-hike chance alive
Japan's core inflation accelerated in November as rising food and fuel costs hit households, data showed on Friday, keeping the central bank under pressure to raise interest rates. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Inflation Picks Up as BOJ Seeks More Data for Hike
Japan’s key inflation gauge strengthened for the first time in three months as the central bank continues to parse data before deciding on the timing of its next interest rate hike. Consumer prices ... ( read original story ...)
Here’s What Fueled Japan’s Finance-Led Stock Gain in 2024
This year’s equity rally in Japan has laid the groundwork for more potential gains in 2025, on tailwinds from the gradual normalization of monetary policy and a surge in activist investment. The ... ( read original story ...)
Canada’s retaliation for Trump tariffs is biggest concern, says Japan’s Komatsu
The top business risk of the Trump presidency for heavy-duty equipment maker Komatsu is not the tariffs he has threatened, but Canada's potential retaliatory duties on American-made mining machines, ... ( read original story ...)
Bank of Japan holds rates at 0.25%, yen weakens to over four-month low
The decision comes a day after the U.S. Federal Reserve cut rates by 25 basis points, bringing the federal funds rate to 4.25%-4.5%. ( read original story ...)
Central Japan city hoping surf-led revival can swell population
A small oceanside city in Aichi Prefecture is selling the dream of a life by the beach in hopes of attracting new residents who want ... ( read original story ...)
New Sustainable Fuel Cell Membrane Overcomes Key Environmental Barriers
Researchers at Nagoya University developed a phosphonic acid polymer with hydrophobic spacers for fuel cell electrolytes, enabling high-temperature, low-humidity operation. A research group led by Ats ... ( read original story ...)