Japanese stocks rise on U.S. stimulus optimism

TOKYO, Oct 21 (Reuters) - Japanese shares closed higher on Wednesday as optimism that U.S. lawmakers could reach an agreement on a pre-election stimulus package lifted riskier assets globally. The ... ( read original story ...)

Tokyo’s Nikkei share average opens up 0.21 pct

Japan's benchmark Nikkei average opened up 0.21 percent at 23,615.52 on Wednesday, while the broader Topix gained 0.45 percent at 1,633.03. TOKYO, Oct 21 (Reuters) - Japan's benchmark Nikkei average ... ( read original story ...)

Japan’s Line lets Thai users bank via chat app

Japan's Line announced on Monday the launch of a "social banking" platform in Thailand that lets users access financial services through the company's popular chat app. By continuing to browse this ... ( read original story ...)