The next 28 days or so are packed with major macro catalysts that could reshape interest-rate expectations and inject fresh volatility into bitcoin and the broader crypto market. After the PCE and ...
Taking on the challenge of investing in Japanese stocks in earnest at 50. Lessons learned from ‘buying the dip’ in excellent companies and IPO blunders.
Since turning 50, I have started looking at Japanese stocks more seriously than before.Why stocks?I want to increase my assets for retirement.Of course, that is part of it.But recently, I realized ...
Community banks swing back at Trump regulators over crypto charters
A lawsuit accuses regulators of giving risky crypto companies access to the banking system without the same oversight as banks.
Community banks sue US regulator over crypto firm charters
By Pete Schroeder WASHINGTON, Oct 2 (Reuters) - A trade organization representing community banks sued a US bank regulator Friday, claiming that its decision to grant limited bank charters to ...
Macroeconomic Outlook for Japan and the US from a Day Trader’s Perspective (10/5–10/9) — The Nikkei has broken through 67,340 yen. But semiconductors are splitting in two
I will read the risk-on/off sentiment in Japan and the US from the perspective of a day trader who watches the market during trading hours every day. The baseline is the closing price on October 2nd.
The Nikkei 225 rose by 2,203 yen. But here is why we cannot say ‘all Japanese stocks are strong’
The Nikkei 225 rose by 2,203 yen in a single day.So, are all Japanese stocks rising across the board?The Nikkei 225 is up 3.30%, but the TOPIX is only up 0.57%, so there is a significant difference.In ...
Background of Japanese Private Shares Trading on the US Market
This report outlines the background of the news reported in the Nihon Keizai Shimbun and other outlets on September 28, 2026, stating that 'an emerging securities company (HiJoJo Partners) backed by m ...
Will Crypto Exchanges Decrease? A Thorough Explanation of the 90% Deficit Problem and the 2028 Major Shift
Will Crypto Exchanges Decrease? A Thorough Explanation of the 90% Deficit Problem and the 2028 Major Shift"Are crypto exchanges going to decrease from now on?"Many of you might be feeling that doubt.
Faster than anywhere else‼️ “After the Close” 10/2 (Fri) Japanese Stock Market | Nikkei Average down 647 yen, semiconductor polarization, profit-taking dominates ahead of …
The Japanese stock market pulls back from the previous day's sharp riseThe Nikkei Stock Average closed at 68,309.46 yen, down 647.26 yen from the previous day (-0.94%). The TOPIX also closed at 4,091.
Japan to develop low-cost cruise missile that overwhelms air defenses
Japan plans to produce a less-expensive, long-range cruise missile that can be deployed in large numbers to deplete a target's air defenses, Nikkei has learned.
Japan’s bitFlyer adds 48-hour crypto transfer cooldown for new accounts
Flyer will restrict crypto transfers for 48 hours after yen deposits for users verified within 90 days, starting October 15, 2026.
SBI Holdings Completes $295M Bitbank Acquisition in Japan
SBI Holdings completed its acquisition of Bitbank on Oct. 1, making the Japanese crypto exchange a wholly owned subsidiary. SBI VC Trade CEO Tomohiko Kondo joined Bi ...
Washington’s big crypto bill is stuck. The SEC is pushing ahead anyway
The SEC has proposed new rules that would make it easier for investment advisers and regulated funds to hold cryptocurrencies on behalf of clients.
Pay-for-play part 2: Trump plans another controversial crypto dinner
Donald Trump is at it again.
KOSPI rebounds while Nikkei slides 1%: why Micron’s boost is not lifting Japan
Micron’s strong earnings/guidance is pulling the whole complex higher, and Macquarie’s view points to supply tightening through 2027–2028. SK Hynix is the cleanest way to own that “tight memory” ...
Banks in northeast Japan weigh tie-up
Three banks in northeastern Japan are moving toward integration talks. The discussions will involve Aomori Michinoku Bank, The Bank of Iwate and The Akita Bank.