TOKYO (Kyodo) -- Japan's Nikkei stock index briefly slid over 2,000 points Friday morning to a six-month low, in a global market rout stirred by concerns over a recession in the United States after weaker-than-expected economic data. The 225-issue Nikkei ...
Japan’s Suzuki: Will analyze the impact of forex volatility on economy, respond appropriately
Japan Finance Minister Shunichi Suzuki said on Friday that they “will analyze the impact of forex volatility on the economy, respond appropriately.” Will continue to closely monitor forex movements.
Japan closely watching financial market developments: finance chief
TOKYO (Kyodo) -- The government is closely monitoring developments in financial markets after the yen rose sharply and stocks tumbled following the Bank of Japan's interest rate hike, Finance Minister ...
Tokyo tanks as Asian markets track Wall St down on recession fears
All three main indexes tumbled in New York, with the Nasdaq more than two percent off. And Asia fared just as poorly, with Tokyo the standout. The Nikkei 225 tanked more than 5 percent at one point ... ( read original story ...)
The Snoop Olympics: Paris proving a boon to NBC after interest waned in Tokyo and Beijing Games
Less than a week in, the Paris Olympics are turning out to be a good story for NBC. Ratings are significantly up after the Tokyo and Beijing Games, and the network has already set a record for ... ( read original story ...)
BMX ace Sakakibara in shape to banish Tokyo memories
Australia's BMX racing superstar Saya Sakakibara has made an emphatic statement at the start of her redemption Olympics as she raced to three clinical victories to power into the semi-finals as top ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo: Stocks down 5% after US falls
TOKYO stocks fell more than five per cent on Friday after Wall Street shares tumbled over concerns about the US economy. The benchmark Nikkei 225 index was down 5.02 per cent, or 1,913.16 points, to ... ( read original story ...)
Bitcoin Keeps Weekly Loss as ‘Anti-Risk’ Yen Strengthens After BOJ Rate Hike
The yen’s popularity as a funding currency can cause knock-on effects in other markets, helping tighten global financial conditions, BlackRock said.
Bitcoin Investors Are Watching Bank of Japan Moves Ahead of Fed Rate Decision
The Federal Reserve isn’t expected to lower interest rates Wednesday, but the Bank of Japan’s move could have consequences for crypto prices.
Gabby Thomas Was Thrilled With Bronze in Tokyo. Now Only Gold Will Do
Like all Olympic sprinters, American 200-m star Gabby Thomas ramped up her training in July, in the weeks prior to the Paris Games. She did reps on successive days, to mimic the three rounds she’ll have to run, ( read original story ...)
Bank of Japan Raises Rates, Driving Up Yen
The Bank of Japan raised key interest rates and decided to reduce government bond purchases, taking another step toward unwinding massive monetary stimulus.
BoJ provides more fuel for Japan’s dramatic bank rally
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Stock market today: World shares are mostly lower as Tokyo sinks on stronger yen
Global markets were mostly lower and Japan’s stock index tumbled Thursday as the U.S. dollar sank against the yen after the head of the Federal Reserve suggested a cut to interest ...
Alcaraz will play Auger-Aliassime in Olympic tennis. Tokyo gold medalist Zverev loses to Musetti
Carlos Alcaraz says he doesn't feel unbeatable at Roland Garros, the site of the Paris Olympics tennis competition and the French Open title he won last month. His opponents might disagree. Alcaraz ran his winning streak at the place to 11 matches and became the youngest man to reach the singles semifinals at a Summer ...
‘This Is Huge’—Billionaire Mark Cuban Issues ‘Amazing’ Bitcoin And Crypto Prediction Amid Price Drop
Billionaire investor Mark Cuban has called a California plan to digitize 42 million car titles using blockchain "an amazing step forward" and "huge" for ...
Japan diaper material maker plans $110m expansion at Indonesia plant
OSAKA -- Nippon Shokubai, the world's largest supplier of absorbent material for disposable diapers, will spend $110 million to expand production capacity in Indonesia by more than 50%, Nikkei has learned. The Osaka-based company will install more ...