Tokyo stocks closed almost flat Tuesday as investors opted to lock in recent gains amid renewed concerns over the health of the the U.S. economy, while a drop in energy-oriented issues weighed. The ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s JERA to buy 35% stake in Vietnam’s renewable energy firm for Y15 bln
Japan's biggest power generator JERA said on Tuesday it will spend about 15 billion yen ($112 million) to buy a 35.1% stake in Vietnamese renewable energy company Gia Lai Electricity JSC (GEC) to ... ( read original story ...)
Eye for Beauty: Get to Know Girl Boss Michelle Takijima of Tokyo GLAM
According to Michelle Takijima, it all began with a love for beauty. Now, Tokyo GLAM Eyelash and Nail Salon has grown to new heights. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s JERA to buy 35% stake in Vietnam’s renewable energy firm for Y15 bln
Japan's biggest power generator JERA said on Tuesday it will spend about 15 billion yen ($112 million) to buy a 35.1% stake in Vietnamese renewable energy company Gia Lai Electricity JSC (GEC) to ... ( read original story ...)
Japan Tertiary Activity Drops In June
Japan's tertiary activity dropped for the first time in four months in June, data from the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Nikkei closes flat amid economic worries, shippers top losers
The Nikkei share average finished 0.01% lower at 28,868.91, snapping a two-day rally that had sent it to the highest level in more than seven months. The broader Topix edged 0.15% lower to ... ( read original story ...)
FOCUS: Japan firms’ earnings momentum unlikely to bring hoped-for wage hikes
Solid profits at major Japanese companies in recent earnings reports are unlikely to translate into near-term wage hikes in broad sectors due to the risk of a global recession, dashing Prime Minister ... ( read original story ...)
FOCUS: Japan firms’ earnings momentum unlikely to bring hoped-for wage hikes
Solid profits at major Japanese companies in recent earnings reports are unlikely to translate into near-term wage hikes in broad sectors due to the risk of a global recession, dashing Prime Minister ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s GDP rises 0.5% after COVID curbs lifted
Japan’s economy expanded in the three months to June, official data showed Monday, after the government lifted COVID-19 curbs ... ( read original story ...)
Ranks of Japan’s once-feared ‘yakuza’ shrink as new laws, weak economy hit home
They were already struggling to overcome economic decline, an aging membership and aggressive eradication campaigns by successive governments.In a letter circulated last month to the heads of all the ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s GDP expands in Q2 after Covid curbs lifted
Stronger consumption and capital investment helped Japan's economy in the second quarter - Copyright AFP/File Richard A. Brooks Stronger consumption and capital investment helped Japan's economy in ... ( read original story ...)
Japan Bounces Back to Economic Growth as Coronavirus Fears Recede
A public weary of virus precautions pushed up consumption of goods and services, but the longer-term picture is uncertain as the global economy weakens. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Yamagiwa: GDP shows economy in moderate pick-up
Japan’s Economy Minister Daishiro Yamagiwa expressed his ... the author has no position in any stock mentioned in this article and no business relationship with any company mentioned. The author has ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo Olympic scandals put marketing giant Dentsu’s business in spotlight
Prosecutors are now investigating Haruyuki Takahashi, and the suspicious flow of funds from Aoki Holdings to his company. ( read original story ...)
Olympic scandals put marketing giant Dentsu’s business in spotlight
Allegations of corruption in Olympic sponsorships involving former Dentsu director Haruyuki Takahashi have put the firm's overwhelmin ... ( read original story ...)
Japan firms’ tech gives owners insight into pets’ emotions, health
Pet tech, which enhances the quality of care for cats, dogs, and our other beloved animal companions, is drawing attention in Japan, as ventu ... ( read original story ...)