The median forecast was for 0.4%, according to a survey by Nikkei Quick News. The slowdown was attributed to weak exports, which offset solid consumer spending and private investment. Japan had a ... ( read original story ...)
Nikkei snaps 4 days of losses but mood stays fragile; energy firms weak
TOKYO, Aug 8 (Reuters) - Japan’s Nikkei eked out small gains on Thursday on bargain-hunting after the past week’s heavy selling, but sentiment remained frail over uncertain prospects for a resolution ... ( read original story ...)
Panasonic’s Cumulative Water Pump Production in Indonesia Tops 30 Million Units
contributing to improving living standards in the country through the water supply business OSAKA, Japan — On August 8, 2019, Panasonic announced that cumulative production of its water pumps in ... ( read original story ...)
The Blind Donkey, Tokyo, Japan: ‘great sourcing, friendly service’ – restaurant review
The choice of where to eat on our last night in Tokyo presented me with a dilemma. The night before we had enjoyed an exceptional meal at Nogizaka-Shin, a wine-minded restaurant, where chef Shinji ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo’s Nikkei closes up after four-day losing streak
Tokyo's key Nikkei index closed higher on Thursday, snapping four days of losses driven by concerns over trade tensions between the United States and China, as investors hunted for bargains. The ... ( read original story ...)
Japan OKs 1st export to S. Korea under new trade curbs
TOKYO — Japan has granted the first permit for South Korea-bound shipment of chemicals for use in high-tech materials under Tokyo's new export requirement that has increased tensions with Seoul. Trade ... ( read original story ...)
Japan to allow first export of materials to South Korea since curbs
TOKYO -- The Japanese government is set to greenlight ... since Tokyo tightened export controls on the products in July, Nikkei has learned. The Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry determined ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s northern island rolls out ‘green’ carpet for vegetarians
SAPPORO, Japan -- The Japanese island of Hokkaido is working to expand meal options for foreign visitors who do not eat meat or fish, conducting a survey of restaurants that offer vegetarian ... ( read original story ...)
The Highest-Paid Female Athletes 2019: Serena And Osaka Dominate
Osaka’s accomplishments, youth ... Williams continues to expand one of the most robust endorsement portfolios in sports, adding Pampers, Axa Financial and General Mills to her roster. They join more ... ( read original story ...)
Cyber defense firm Cybereason raises $200 million from Japan’s Softbank
JERUSALEM (Reuters) - U.S.-Israeli cyber security provider Cybereason said on Tuesday it raised $200 million from Japan’s Softbank ... taking Cybereason to IPO,” CEO Lior Div told Reuters ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Nikkei slips on stronger yen, currency war jitters
TOKYO — Japan’s Nikkei fell on Wednesday as a stronger yen and fears of a global currency war prompted investors to sell riskier assets, though some upbeat corporate results and Wall Street ... ( read original story ...)
Japan says export step not aimed at hurting ties with Seoul
TOKYO — Japan's government spokesman says his country's downgrading of South Korea's trade status is not intended as retaliation for disputes over court rulings ordering Japanese companies pay ... ( read original story ...)
JPMorgan in pole position to lead WeWork IPO after debt offering: sources
WeWork has not officially hired banks for the IPO but the expectation among people ... some of the world’s biggest investors, including Japan’s SoftBank Group (9984.T). Despite its vast ... ( read original story ...)
AB InBev pulls Budweiser listing, cancelling year’s largest IPO
The cancelled IPO is also a setback to the Hong Kong stock exchange ... China-focused peer Tsingtao trades at 14.1 times, and Japan’s Kirin, another Asia-centric brewing giant, trades at 9.9 times, ... ( read original story ...)
Tricor Japan & WMH Launch Alliance to Provide Fashion & Cosmetics Clients with International Expansion Services
It specializes in accelerating the business growth of its clients from incorporation to IPO. In Japan, Tricor is the leading provider of business process outsourcing services and advisory ... ( read original story ...)
Japanese bank lobby head warns BOJ against deepening negative rates
NAGOYA, Japan (Reuters) - A Japanese banking lobby head warned of the dangers to the industry if the central bank topped up its already extreme monetary stimulus or deepened negative interest rates, ... ( read original story ...)