Tokyo stocks trade higher, helped by cheaper yen

TOKYO, Japan — Tokyo shares edged higher on Monday, supported by a cheaper yen against the dollar following falls on Wall Street and losses in early trade for the key Nikkei index. The benchmark ... ( read original story ...)

Yokohama plans to expand tire production in PH

Leading Japanese tire manufacturer Yokohama Rubber Co. Ltd. disclosed plans to expand production operations in the Philippines. Trade Secretary Alfredo Pascual said the tire manufacturer expressed its ... ( read original story ...)