Japan's Nikkei share average fell sharply on Thursday following Wall Street declines overnight ahead of key jobs data that should provide clues on how soon the U.S. Federal Reserve could start cutting ...
Japan Prosecutors to Investigate Ruling Party Heavyweights Over Fundraising -Yomiuri
The probe focuses on funds raised by the biggest faction in the LDP which was once led by former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe, and both Trade Minister Yasutoshi Nishimura and Chief Cabinet Secretary Hirokazu Matsuno had overseen the faction's bookkeeping in the past five years, the Yomiuri said. ( read original story ...)
Asia Hedge Funds Avert China Turmoil With Bets on Japan, AI
Asia hedge funds are set to post improved performances in 2023 after dodging the China investment minefield with winning bets tied to Japan’s rebound, economic trends and the AI-fueled technology rally. ( read original story ...)
Mets owner Steve Cohen went to Japan to meet with pitcher Yoshinobu Yamamoto
New York Mets owner Steve Cohen and president of baseball operations David Stearns went to Japan before the winter meetings to speak with free agent pitcher Yoshinobu Yamamoto and his family. “I think it demonstrates Steve’s commitment to do everything he possibly can to bring players to New York, ( read original story ...)
Japan firms see more listing-related burdens as TSE, shareholder pressure mount, Reuters poll shows
Most Japanese companies feel burdens related to being listed have increased amid growing pressure from shareholders and regulators for better governance and capital strategies, a Reuters monthly poll ... ( read original story ...)
Japanese knotweed case boosts mediation
Japanese knotweed has cursed British property ever since the mid-19th century, when the invasive plant was first imported as a curiosity for keen upper-class amateur botanists. Over the past few years ... ( read original story ...)
‘Smart Money’: Integrating AI and Crypto, the Future of Finance Is Bright
AI and cryptocurrency are converging to redefine smart money, shifting financial control from institutional to individuals.
These crypto stocks rallied more than 300% so far this year, outperforming bitcoin. Here’s why.
This is Frances Yue, crypto and markets reporter at MarketWatch. Bitcoin has had a notable rally so far this year, with a gain of over 160% year to date, although it is still down about 36% from its all-time high in November 2021.
Japan’s Nikkei-linked ELS issuance surpasses HK-linked ELS
The issuance of equity-linked securities (ELS) tied to the performance of Japan's Nikkei 225 in Korea has outsripped the issuance of those linked to the Hang Seng China Enterprises Index (HSCEI). This ...
Nikkei May Fall, Tracking Wall Street’s Losses
Japanese shares may fall, tracking Wall Street’s losses overnight.
Why the next big Asian medical tourism destination could be Osaka, Japan: advanced cancer treatments, world-leading iPS cell therapy, weak yen
Advanced cancer treatments, world-leading iPS cell therapy and a weak yen could all help Japan’s second city Osaka in its bid to become the next big Asian medical tourism destination. ( read original story ...)
What You Didn’t Know About The Cars From Fast And Furious: Tokyo Drift
With the iconic film featuring some truly noteworthy across the Fast and Furious saga, here's a closer look at some of the main cars from Tokyo Drift ( read original story ...)
Japan eyes scallop processing in Vietnam
In Vietnam, Japan hopes to select sites mainly from 19 facilities introduced by the US Embassy in Tokyo, with the aim of facilitating business negotiations between Japanese and Vietnamese companies. — ... ( read original story ...)
English-guided sumo shows hit big with visitors to Japan
In a dohyo ring, Jokoryu, a former komusubi, and Matsunoumi, previously a rikishi in the third-lowest “sandanme” division, prepared to square off to the delight of foreign and other visitors. ( read original story ...)
The one vote against war with Japan after Pearl Harbor
Answering Roosevelt's request to avenge Pearl Harbor, Congress voted to declare war with 82-0 in the Senate but 388-1 in the House. ( read original story ...)
Jamie Dimon lashes out against crypto: ‘If I was the government, I’d close it down’
The JPMorgan Chase CEO lashed out at bitcoin and its peers, suggesting that cryptocurrencies should be banned.