TOKYO: Japan’s Nikkei share average drifted without clear direction on Friday as traders waited for the outcome of ...
‘Miss Dior, Stories of a Miss’ Exhibit in Tokyo Traces the Iconic Scent’s Heritage
“This ‘ Miss Dior, Stories of a Miss’ exhibition in Tokyo presents an exceptional opportunity to delve into the global legacy of tradition and innovation that has been cultivated by Dior through its iconic fragrance Miss Dior,” said Véronique Courtois, chief executive officer of Dior Beauty, in a statement. ( read original story ...)
Japan watchdog recommends action on MUFG units over sharing of client data
Japan's securities watchdog recommended on Friday that the banking and securities units of Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (MUFG) be penalised for what it said was unauthorised sharing of client information. ( read original story ...)
Kirin to Buy Japan Supplement Maker Fancl for More Than $1.4 Billion
Kirin Holdings plans to acquire Japanese cosmetics and dietary-supplement maker Fancl for more than US$1.4 billion as part of efforts to expand its health business.The Japanese beer maker said Friday that it would spend 220. ( read original story ...)
Hyatt Introduces Caption by Hyatt Concept to Japan with New Osaka Property
a vibrant lifestyle hotel nestled in the heart of Osaka, Japan. Boasting 167 rooms, this dynamic property offers guests a unique blend of self-activated touchpoints, engaging social spaces, and modern ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Nikkei gains as BOJ holds policy steady
Japan's Nikkei share average rallied after the Bank of Japan kept policy settings unchanged, hinting at potential bond purchase reductions next month, with Topix up 0.5%.
Asia-Pacific markets trade lower ahead of Bank of Japan rate decision
The Bank of Japan kept its benchmark interest rate unchanged on Friday, but indicated it's considering the reduction of its purchase of Japanese government bonds. Following the BOJ decision, the ...
Asia-Pacific markets trade lower ahead of Bank of Japan rate decision
The Bank of Japan kept its benchmark interest rate unchanged on Friday, but indicated it's considering the reduction of its purchase of Japanese government bonds. Following the BOJ decision, the ...
Bank of Japan keeps interest rates unchanged in June, signals to reduce bond buying
Following the BOJ decision, the Nikkei 225 (NKY:IND) fell 0.34% to below 38,853 on Friday. The Japanese yen weakened toward 158.171 per dollar, hitting its lowest levels in six weeks.
Japan could be energy-independent by 2060 thanks to renewables, Rystad Energy CEO says
Japan, a major coal and liquefied natural gas (LNG) buyer, could be energy-independent by 2060 thanks to expansion of solar and wind power together with storage batteries, said Jarand Rystad, chief ... ( read original story ...)
Japan core inflation set to accelerate, keeping BOJ on track for more rate hikes
Japan's nationwide core consumer inflation likely accelerated to 2.6% year-on-year in May from 2.2% in the previous month, a Reuters poll of 18 economists showed on Friday, keeping the central bank on ... ( read original story ...)
Bank of Japan to trim bond buying, keeps rates steady
The Bank of Japan decided on Friday to start trimming its huge bond purchases and announce a detailed plan next month on reducing its nearly $5 trillion balance sheet, taking another step toward ... ( read original story ...)
The Philippines’ Noritake connection
NAGOYA, Japan – Do you have a Noritake dinner set or cup and saucer at home? If you do, chances are it’s from the ’50s or ’60s and could be expensive vintage porcelain or bone china. A seller on ... ( read original story ...)
Bank of Japan set to reduce JGB purchases, stands pat on interest rate
The BOJ said it will collect views from market participants on the reduction of Japanese government bond buying and present a detailed plan in the next meeting. ( read original story ...)
Bank of Japan Maintains Policy Rate, Will Reduce Bond Buying
TOKYO—The Bank of Japan left its policy interest rate unchanged Friday but decided to reduce government bond purchases, signaling the possible beginning of quantitative tightening.The Japanese central ... ( read original story ...)
Breaking: Bank of Japan leaves interest rate unchanged, as expected
The Bank of Japan (BoJ) is expected to maintain its short-term rate target between 0% and 0.1% on Friday, June 14, after concluding its two-day monetary policy review meeting for June.