The Osaka Kansai Expo is expected to turn an operating profit of 23 billion yen to 28 billion yen ($151 million to $184 million) due mainly to strong admission ticket sales, the operator said.
Japan’s next finance minister could unsettle the yen bears
The possible appointment of Satsuki Katayama as Japan's next finance minister could give markets cause to rethink pushing the yen too low but might also help the country's new leader find fresh ways ...
Sanae Takaichi makes history as Japan’s first female prime minister
Sanae Takaichi has been elected Japan's prime minister by parliament, making her the first woman to hold the office. The 64-year-old won a clear majority on Monday - 237 votes in the powerful Lower ... ( read original story ...)
Sanae Takaichi becomes Japan’s first woman prime minister
Sanae Takaichi was elected prime minister of Japan on Tuesday, becoming her the first woman to lead the country. ( read original story ...)
Yen slides after Takaichi elected as Japan’s PM, dollar firms
The yen eased to a six-day low after hardline conservative Sanae Takaichi was elected as Japan's first female prime minister, with traders betting her government could bring about a muddied rate ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Nikkei extends record, bonds stable, on Takaichi PM election
Japan's Nikkei share gauge extended its record-breaking rally on Tuesday as fiscal dove Sanae Takaichi cleared a parliamentary vote to become the nation's next prime minister.
Japan’s Nikkei extends record, bonds stable, on Takaichi PM election
Japan's Nikkei share gauge extended its record-breaking rally on Tuesday as fiscal dove Sanae Takaichi cleared a parliamentary vote to become the nation's next prime minister.
Japan’s Nikkei 225 rises 1.5% to hit a new record with Takaichi all set to become prime minister
Sanae Takaichi is likely to become Japan's next prime minister, after the opposition Japan Innovation Party said Monday it was ready to back her premiership.
Sanae Takaichi becomes Japan’s first female prime minister
Though her election is a milestone, Takaichi enters office with a fragile coalition and facing a number of pressing challenges, including a visit next week by President Donald Trump. ( read original story ...)
What to expect for Japan’s economy under Sanae Takaichi, its 1st female prime minister
Share prices have soared recently in Tokyo on hopes that conservative Japanese lawmaker Sanae Takaichi, who was chosen Tuesday to be Japan’s first female prime minister, will double down on market ... ( read original story ...)
Inspired by Thatcher, Sanae Takaichi becomes Japan’s first female premier
By John Geddie TOKYO (Reuters) -Hardline conservative Sanae Takaichi was voted in by parliament as Japan's first female prime minister on Tuesday, emulating her hero, Britain's late leader Margaret ... ( read original story ...)
Japan Has a New Leader, and She’s a Heavy Metal Drummer
Sanae Takaichi, a fan of Iron Maiden, had an improbable rise to power. Like her mentor, Shinzo Abe, she is expected to lead Japan to the right. ( read original story ...)
Asian markets extend gains, Japan’s Nikkei nears 50,000-level
Asian markets have advanced, with Japan's benchmark approaching the symbolically important 50,000 level for the first time as conservative lawmaker Sanae Takaichi was poised to become the country's ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s FSA may allow banks to invest in crypto assets if risks are managed
The Financial Services Agency is also considering allowing banking groups to apply for licenses to operate cryptoexchanges, according to a source. ( read original story ...)
Deals for startups reach record in Japan before listing curbs
Starting in 2030, the Tokyo Stock Exchange will seek to delist companies that fail to reach a market value of at least ¥10 billion within five years of going public. ( read original story ...)
Japan lawmakers voting to confirm country’s first female prime minister
Sanae Takaichi, who calls herself Japan's Margaret Thatcher, stitched up a late night deal to bring her within two votes of the PM chair. ( read original story ...)