Tag: business

TOKYO — Japan’s Nikkei 225 share index closed Wednesday at another record high, gaining 0.6% to end trading at 41,831,99. That followed a record close on Tuesday, as world markets tracked gains on ... ( read original story ...)

Krungsri, in collaboration with Thai, Japanese, and ASEAN partners, organised the largest startup business matching event in ASEAN, providing a platform for over 60 rising startups from six countries ... ( read original story ...)

URAYASU, Japan >> Walt Disney and Japan’s Oriental Land Company unveiled plans today to launch a new cruise ship that will set sail from Tokyo in 2029, adding a ninth vessel to the brand’s growing ... ( read original story ...)

Six people have died of heatstroke in Tokyo as Japan swelters under a rare rainy season heatwave, prompting authorities to issue a flurry of health warnings. ( read original story ...)

Such severe heat in the middle of Japan’s rainy season is “rather rare”, a weather agency official said. Read more at straitstimes.com. ( read original story ...)

Live coverage of business, economics and financial markets as London and Thames Valley water utility says talks over new funding continue.   09:05Alex Lawson Thames Water has £15.2bn of ... ( read original story ...)

Asia-Pacific markets rose on Tuesday, tracking gains on Wall Street that saw the S&P 500 and the Nasdaq Composite closing at record highs overnight. ( read original story ...)

Japan's Nikkei 225 stock index logs record high close, gaining 2% to 41,580.17 as Wall St rallies TOKYO -- Japan's Nikkei 225 stock index logs record high close, gaining 2% to 41,580.17 as Wall St ... ( read original story ...)

TOKYO (AP) — Asian shares were mostly higher Tuesday, with Tokyo’s benchmark hitting another record, after Wall Street benchmarks reached more milestones. Japan’s benchmark Nikkei 225 jumped 2.0% to ... ( read original story ...)

Shunsaku Sagami, founder and CEO of Tokyo-listed M&A Research Institute, leveraged AI to give his M&A business a competitive edge. Now the 33-year-old is looking to replicate the success abroad. ( read original story ...)

Almost 15 years to the day since she established her business, Lina Sakai is preparing for a trip she doubted might ever be possible. By the end of this year, the CEO will travel to the United States ... ( read original story ...)

A manufacturing-themed exhibition was held in Tokyo, attracting around 2,000 companies from Japan and around the world. Japanese products are globally renowned for their exceptional quality, a ... ( read original story ...)

The UAE has started construction on its pavilion for Expo 2025 in Osaka, Japan.A ground-breaking ceremony took place at the Expo 2025 Osaka site on Yumeshima island, state news agency Wam reported on ... ( read original story ...)

The neon lights and gaudy signs at the Dotonburi bridge district are super cool to visit, as is the Shinsekai market area which both have a ton of restaurants nearby. Speaking of food, Osaka is a ... ( read original story ...)

Smaller units range from 15-30 sqm whilst larger units range from 45-60sqm. According to a Savills report, Tokyo’s rental market is principally made up of compact single-occupier units, typically less ... ( read original story ...)

Japan still loves cash and vending machines, but new banknotes containing hologram technology won't work in many machines without upgrades. ( read original story ...)