Japan has extended its production incentive program through 2025, maintaining its eye-catching 50% cash rebate on qualifying expenditures. ( read original story ...)
Over 70 businesses register for Expo 2025 in Osaka
TANZANIA Trade Development Authority (Tantrade) has announced said that more than 70 business people have registered for Expo 2025 in Osaka, Japan. The expo, which will run from April 13 to October 13 ... ( read original story ...)
Lakeland University names Sheboygan business leader Cory Bouck chairperson of Japan campus
The Sheboygan-based university — with total enrollment of around 2,400 students — recently named a new chairperson for LUJ Management, the Lakeland-owned Japanese corporation that ensures a location ... ( read original story ...)
Athletics-Mentally stronger Gourley ready to challenge Ingebrigtsen in Tokyo
Britain’s Neil Gourley said it was his turn to win 1500 metres gold at the 2025 Tokyo World Championships after taking silver at this month's World Indoors in Nanjing, though he knows dethroning Jakob ... ( read original story ...)
Crypto Market Recap: GameStop Bets on Bitcoin, USDC Launches in Japan
Here's a quick recap of the crypto landscape for Wednesday (March 26) as of 9:00 p.m. UTC. Bitcoin and Ethereum price update Bitcoin (BTC) is currently trading at US$86,622.95, a 1.7 percent decrease ...
What the crypto world will be listening for when Trump’s SEC pick testifies
The crypto industry will be listening closely when Paul Atkins, President Donald Trump’s pick to run the SEC, testifies before a Senate committee Thursday during his nomination hearing.
Japan, a car-making giant, mulls ‘appropriate’ response to Trump tariffs
A strong U.S. security ally with a large trade surplus, Japan has few options for retaliating against the tariffs. Instead, it is bracing for an economic hit.
Japan Activation Capital raises $512 million in second fund from domestic investors
By Anton Bridge and Miho Uranaka TOKYO (Reuters) -Tokyo-based investment firm Japan Activation Capital (JAC) said on Thursday it had closed its second fund at 77 billion yen ($511.93 million), ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s wage growth isn’t as rosy as Rengo’s data indicate
The broader picture for pay trends may not be as rosy as the union group expects, according to one think tank. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Regional Bank Shares Jump on Expectations for Alliances
Japan’s regional bank shares jumped on optimism for industry consolidation, with one lender looking at buying a stake in a peer and others reported to plan business alliances.
Japan and Brazil vow to bolster strategic ties as security and trade worries rise
The framework for defense exchanges between Japan and Brazil will include discussions on bilateral cooperation in defense equipment and technology. ( read original story ...)
Congress Approves $4 Billion Giveaway To Crypto Industry
The change will save the crypto industry an estimated $4 billion in taxes that will still be owed but won’t be paid. The regulation, which was finalized in December and wouldnt ...
Stock market today: Asian shares sag after Trump raises tariffs on auto imports
Shares have sagged in Asia after President Donald Trump announced he will raise tariffs on imported cars. Tokyo's benchmark fell 1% on heavy selling of automakers.
Japan’s Nikkei falls, auto shares slump after US tariff announcement
Japan's Nikkei share average fell, impacted by President Trump's auto tariff announcement. Automakers Toyota, Honda, Nissan, and Subaru experienced losses. The tariffs include a 25% tax on imported ...
Japan Offering Y700.0B Of 2.2% 40-year Govt Bonds
TOKYO--Japan's Ministry of Finance said Thursday it is auctioning Y700.0 billion of 40-year government bonds. Issue 40-year govt bond (No 1796 reopened) Coupon 2.2% Settlement Date Mar 28, 2025 ...
Japan putting ‘all options on table’ in dealing with US auto tariffs, PM Ishiba says
Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba said on Thursday Tokyo will put "all options on the table" in dealing with Washington's announcement to impose a 25% tariff on automobile imports. ( read original story ...)