An earthquake with a magnitude of 5.1 jolted Izu Islands, Japan region at 00:28:31 GMT on Monday, the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) said. The epicenter, with a depth of 407.24 km, was initially ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo stocks fall slightly in morning on strong yen
Tokyo stocks dropped slightly Monday morning as investor sentiment was hit by the yen's firmness against the U.S. dollar and uncertai ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s machinery orders extend gains as business spending stabilises
Japan's core machinery orders unexpectedly rose in August, extending gains and highlighting resilience in capital spending even as the economy remains under pressure from the coronavirus pandemic. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Aug machinery orders rise for second straight month
Japan's core machinery orders unexpectedly rose in August from the previous month, posting a second straight month of gains and highlighting resilience in capital spending even as the economy remains ... ( read original story ...)
Jammy investors: is Hong Kong property feeling Japan’s doughnut effect?
The Japanese condominium market, particularly in central Tokyo, has been on a tear over the last seven years, driven by three important factors: "Young professionals seeking convenience. Commuting is ... ( read original story ...)
Crypto Long & Short: A U.K. Ban on Crypto Derivatives Will Hurt, Not Protect Investors
The FCA’s retail investor crypto derivatives ban is a misuse of regulatory authority, argues . What’s more, its main justification is one of crypto assets’ strongest features. ( read original story ...)
UPDATE 1-Japan bank lending slows as easing pandemic sees big firms pay back loans
to a record 573.7 trillion yen ($5.43 trillion), Bank of Japan data showed. The pace of lending by major banks slowed to 7.3% in September from 8.0% in August. Lending by regional banks rose 5.3% ... ( read original story ...)
Japan Overall Bank Lending Gains 6.4% On Year In September
The value of overall bank lending in Japan was up 6.4 percent on year in September, the Bank of Japan said on Monday - coming in at ... ( read original story ...)
Japan Sept bank loans rise 6.4% vs year earlier
Japanese bank lending in September rose 6.4% from a year earlier, the Bank of Japan said on Monday. Outstanding loans held by the country's four main categories of banks, including "shinkin" or credit ... ( read original story ...)
3 cities emerge as front-runners to become Japan’s global finance hub
TOKYO -- Three cities -- Tokyo, Osaka and Fukuoka -- will compete to become Japan's next international financial center under a plan developed by Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga. Japan "can expect a ... ( read original story ...)
Japan stocks set to trade lower; investors watch Chinese yuan following central bank moves
Movements in the Chinese yuan are set to be watched by investors on Monday, following steps taken by the central bank after a recent strengthening of the currency against the dollar. ( read original story ...)
University of Tokyo to issue ¥20 bil debt for post-pandemic projects
The University of Tokyo said Thursday it will issue 20 billion yen ($190 million) worth of bonds this week to finance projects to address social issues following the coronavirus pandemic, becoming the ... ( read original story ...)
Campaigning on Osaka restructuring vote to start
Official campaigning for a second referendum on whether to restructure Japan's western city of Osaka will begin on Monday. ( read original story ...)
An undersea cable deal with Chile showcases Japan’s quiet efforts to counter China around the Pacific
The deal signifies Japan's evolving approach to the Pacific as it seeks to counter Chinese assertiveness and preserve a rules-based regional order. ( read original story ...)
Moving from Tokyo to seize an opportunity in Nagoya
"I was born in the city of Konan in Aichi prefecture and worked at a company in Nagoya before founding Collabo Style in Tokyo in 2013. Because I wanted to contribute to the local economy, I had ... ( read original story ...)
Public records for the week of Oct. 12
View the latest commercial property transactions in Hampton Roads. ( read original story ...)