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Japan struggles to secure rare earths for EVs and chip tools amid China trade pressure
Dysprosium and yttrium imports, crucial for electric vehicles and chipmaking equipment, have plummeted approximately 80% in two years due to China's trade restrictions, forcing Japanese materials make
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Citibank and JPMorgan Chase will co-finance a US$4.61 billion natural gas power generation project in the United States with Japan
Citibank and JPMorgan Chase will jointly provide $4.61 billion in financing with Japan for natural gas power generation projects in Pennsylvania and Texas. This marks the first time US banks have part
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Russian President Putin visited the southern Kuril Islands, as Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi shifts diplomatic focus toward energy needs
Russian President Vladimir Putin visited the southern Kuril Islands on Thursday for the first time, capitalizing on an unstable moment in relations with Japan. This comes as Japanese Prime Minister Sa
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Japan's Corporate Goods Price Index (July) rose 0.1% MoM, 7.2% YoY; Export Price Index fell 0.6% MoM, while Import Price Index rose 0.3% MoM.
Japan's Corporate Goods Price Index (July) rose 0.1% MoM, 7.2% YoY; Export Price Index fell 0.6% MoM, while Import Price Index rose 0.3% MoM.
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Japan's margin trading doubled in 6 months to 123 trillion yen ($772 billion) in July, boosted by pricey AI stocks.
The surge was driven by retail investors increasingly using leverage to take positions in high-priced artificial intelligence and other stocks, boosting market liquidity. For example, outstanding marg
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Japan to provide financial and technical support for infrastructure recovery in Persian Gulf nations damaged by the U.S.-Iran war, aiming to ensure stable energy supply.
Japan's support will focus on helping rebuild oil and power facilities in countries like the United Arab Emirates, where petroleum production infrastructure has been damaged.
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Japan's Four Largest Life Insurers Report $96 Billion in Unrealized Domestic Bond Losses
Their combined unrealized losses on domestic bonds increased 7% in the three months through June, highlighting the risks to the industry from soaring interest rates.
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Fed’s FIMA Repo Facility Went Unused for 8th Straight Week, suggesting Japan didn’t use the tool in its latest effort to support the yen
Fed’s FIMA Repo Facility Went Unused for 8th Straight Week, suggesting Japan didn’t use the tool in its latest effort to support the yen
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Japan to consider changes to proprietary trading cap amid soaring volumes
Japan to consider changes to proprietary trading cap amid soaring volumes
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Japanese stablecoin firm JPYC raises $38 million in extended Series B to expand its financial and Web3 ecosystem
JPYC Inc., which issues the yen-pegged stablecoin JPYC, announced the total 6 billion yen ($38 million) raise on Wednesday. The extended round includes a fresh 1 billion yen ($6.3 million) investment
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DeItaone reports: US Treasury Secretary Bessent attributes Japan's inflation uptick to weak yen and energy prices.
DeItaone reports: US Treasury Secretary Bessent attributes Japan's inflation uptick to weak yen and energy prices.
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Japan's Ministry of Defense warns Russia-North Korea military cooperation heightens Asia security risks
The warning, detailed in its "Defense of Japan 2026" white paper, stated that growing military cooperation between Russia and North Korea could significantly strengthen Pyongyang's military capabiliti
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Japan's trading houses are more upbeat on their earnings, as stronger commodity prices and a weaker yen offset the expected impact of the Iran war.
Japan's trading houses are more upbeat on their earnings, as stronger commodity prices and a weaker yen offset the expected impact of the Iran war.
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Citi Says Japan Has Yen Defense Tools Beyond Treasury Sales
Citigroup Inc. stated that Japan possesses alternative tools to defend the yen without liquidating its more than $1.1 trillion US Treasury portfolio, as its short-term debt holdings are running low.
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Evercore ISI Says Japan's Use of Fed Liquidity Tool Could Test Yen Resolve
Evercore ISI states that while a rarely used Federal Reserve liquidity facility could prevent Japan from selling Treasuries to prop up the yen, its prolonged use might encourage markets to test the re
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Japan plans to foster space industry competition, aiming to drastically increase successful rocket launches and find its 'next SpaceX'
The country intends to introduce a program modeled after the U.S. initiative that helped SpaceX rise to prominence. This move comes as Japan seeks to significantly boost its rocket launch success rate
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Japanese officials say Finance Minister Katayama will announce on Monday that Tokyo and Washington took joint action to arrest the yen's decline.
Japanese officials say Finance Minister Katayama will announce on Monday that Tokyo and Washington took joint action to arrest the yen's decline.
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What Is MONA Coin? MonaCoin’s Technical Features, Applications, and Ways to Acquire It
MonaCoin (MONA) is a peer-to-peer cryptocurrency launched in Japan on January 1, 2014, known for its strong community support and widespread payment applications in Japan.Inspired by Litecoin, it uses the Lyra2REv2 hash algorithm and has integrated Segregated Witness (SegWit) and the Lightning Network to enhance transaction efficiency.MONA has a total supply cap of 105.12 million coins and features a block reward halving mechanism; the next halving is expected in December 2026. Investors can trade MONA on centralized exchanges that support it, but should be aware of its price volatility and any risk warnings that may be posted on certain platforms.
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Japan is reportedly reducing its purchases of U.S. government debt.
Japan is gradually reducing its purchases of U.S. government debt. This shift by Japan, a major holder of U.S. Treasury bonds, could have significant implications for U.S. interest rates and global fi
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As early as 2028 could mark the launch window for Japan’s first spot Bitcoin ETF
Svmuu News: Japanese regulators are moving forward with adjustments to the legal framework for digital asset investments. Spot Bitcoin ETFs could be approved for listing as early as 2028, though the t
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Japan Plans to Launch a "Bitcoin" ETF in 2028; Retail Investors May Be the Main Source of Inflows
Svmuu News: Japan is expected to launch a "Bitcoin" ETF as early as 2028. With the revised Financial Instruments and Exchange Act bringing crypto assets under the regulatory scope of financial product
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Japan Plans to Purchase 27,500 NVIDIA Rubin Chips to Build Its Own Domestic Robot AI Model
Svmuu News: Japan plans to procure 27,500 NVIDIA next-generation Rubin chips to build its independently developed foundational AI model for robots and advance its “sovereign AI” strategic initiative.R
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Japan's House of Councillors Passes Amendment to the Financial Instruments and Exchange Act; Crypto Assets Officially Classified as Financial Instruments
Svmuu News: On July 15, the Japanese Senate plenary session passed and enacted the “Partial Amendment to the Financial Instruments and Exchange Act and the Funds Settlement Act,” reclassifying crypto
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Chipmaker Tower Semiconductor will invest $3 billion in Japan
Svmuu News: Chip manufacturer Tower Semiconductor announced on July 14 (local time) that it will invest $3 billion to expand its chip manufacturing operations in Japan, including a $1 billion grant fr
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Japan plans to deploy underwater drones to monitor submarines, aiming to counter the Chinese fleet and reduce the burden on defense personnel.
Japan plans to deploy underwater drones to monitor submarines, aiming to counter the Chinese fleet and reduce the burden on defense personnel.
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Japan’s Two-Year Bond Sale Demand Stronger Than 12-Month Average
Japan’s Two-Year Bond Sale Demand Stronger Than 12-Month Average
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Nikkei: Japan to See New Round of Food Price Hikes as Middle East Turmoil Drives Up Tanker Shipping Costs
Nikkei Asia reported that Japan may face a second wave of food price hikes. Ongoing Middle East instability has driven up prices for naphtha-derived container materials and crude oil tanker freight ra
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Japan weighs corporate tax hike to fund defense buildup, drawing warnings from business community over investment growth impact
Japan weighs corporate tax hike to fund defense buildup, drawing warnings from business community over investment growth impact
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Japanese PM Takaichi pressed German Chancellor Merz to include Japan in "Made in Europe" EV subsidies
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi pressed German Chancellor Friedrich Merz to include Japan in "Made in Europe" EV subsidies during their summit in Tokyo on October 28. Tokyo's efforts to lobby f
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Japan's JPYC stablecoin has fallen well short of expectations in its first year, reaching just a quarter of its issuer's circulation target
Japan's JPYC stablecoin has fallen well short of expectations in its first year, reaching just a quarter of its issuer's circulation target. As of October 23, only 3.2 billion yen (around $20 million)
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He warned that 80 years later, Japanese right-wing forces are disregarding the historical verdict of the Tokyo Trials
Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun stated that recognizing and accepting the Tokyo Trials was a prerequisite for post-war Japan to rejoin the international community. He warned that 80 y
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Japanese Finance Minister Satsuki Katayama stated that the escalating scale of cyberattacks and rapidly rising threats will necessitate financial institutions to respond promptly.
Japanese Finance Minister Satsuki Katayama stated that the escalating scale of cyberattacks and rapidly rising threats will necessitate financial institutions to respond promptly.
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Japan considers requiring lobbyists for foreign governments to register as foreign agents, aiming to curb political interference and combat espionage, with legislation planned for next year.
Japan considers requiring lobbyists for foreign governments to register as foreign agents, aiming to curb political interference and combat espionage, with legislation planned for next year.
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Japan's Subaru plans to fully transition to electric vehicles in the European market as early as 2028
Nikkei: Japan's Subaru plans to fully transition to electric vehicles in the European market as early as 2028, becoming the first Japanese automaker to take such a step in a specific region. The compa
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Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi will urge German Chancellor Friedrich Merz on October 28 to extend the EU's preferential treatment for electric vehicles to Japanese products.
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi will urge German Chancellor Friedrich Merz on October 28 to extend the EU's preferential treatment for electric vehicles to Japanese products.
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Japan considers rebranding energy, AI spending as defense amid US pressure
Japan is considering placing a wider range of expenditures, including energy and some development assistance, under the umbrella of defense spending starting next fiscal year. This move, reported by N
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Japan 2026-10-23 3-Month Bill Auction 1.27%, prior 1.28%
Japan 2026-10-23 3-Month Bill Auction 1.27%, prior 1.28%
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Japan S&P Global Manufacturing PMI Flash for October 2026 was 53.3, below the expected 54.5 and the previous reading of 54.1.
Japan S&P Global Manufacturing PMI Flash for October 2026 was 53.3, below the expected 54.5 and the previous reading of 54.1.
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Japan S&P Global Composite PMI Flash 52.3 on October 23, 2026, prior 52.3
Japan S&P Global Composite PMI Flash 52.3 on October 23, 2026, prior 52.3
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Japan's Inflation Rate YoY 2.1% on October 22, 2026, compared to the previous value of 1.9%.
Japan's Inflation Rate YoY 2.1% on October 22, 2026, compared to the previous value of 1.9%.
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Japan to arrange $6.35 billion in private-sector investment in Bangladesh
Japan will soon agree to arrange 1 trillion yen ($6.35 billion) in private-sector investment in Bangladesh over the next five years, Nikkei learned Thursday. The investment will focus on auto and ener
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Japanese investors net sold foreign bonds for the fifth consecutive week, marking the longest streak in four years.
According to Reuters, Japanese investors net sold 161.6 billion yen (approximately $1.02 billion) in foreign long-term bonds for the week ending October 17, marking the fifth consecutive week of net s
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Japan will reform its duty-free shopping rules for foreign tourists in November, shifting from tax exemption to a refund system to combat domestic resales. Retailers are concerned the new process may impact demand for high-end goods.
Japan will reform its duty-free shopping rules for foreign tourists in November, shifting from tax exemption to a refund system to combat domestic resales. Retailers are concerned the new process may
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Nikkei Analysis: China's Stance on Russia-Japan Island Dispute Shifts Subtly, No Longer Supporting Japan's Claim to Disputed Islands
Nikkei analysis indicates that China is subtly shifting its stance in the island dispute between Russia and Japan, no longer adhering to the Mao-era position of supporting Japan's claims to the four d
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Japan's ruling LDP considers curbs on speculative condo trading in Tokyo and other big cities
The party is looking at measures such as restricting the short-term resale of properties to curb soaring condominium prices, with talks starting ahead of April elections.
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Japan's trade deficit reached 2.81 trillion yen in the first half of the fiscal year, due to high oil prices and the obstruction of the Strait of Hormuz.
Japan's trade deficit reached 2.81 trillion yen (approximately $17.8 billion) in the first half of the fiscal year (April-September) ending September, according to government data. This was primarily
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Japan's Idemitsu Kosan to begin importing non-Mideast LNG for Japanese sales as early as 2030s amid regional conflict
Japan's Idemitsu Kosan to begin importing non-Mideast LNG for Japanese sales as early as 2030s amid regional conflict
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Thales CEO sees 'significant opportunities' for growth and partnerships in Japan's expanding defense industry
Thales CEO Patrice Caine stated that the French defense and technology group sees "a lot of potential opportunities to grow" its business in Japan and for partnerships with Japanese companies, as Japa
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What Is MONA Coin? MonaCoin’s Technical Features, Applications, and Ways to Acquire It
MonaCoin (MONA) is a peer-to-peer cryptocurrency launched in Japan on January 1, 2014, known for its strong community support and widespread payment applications in Japan.Inspired by Litecoin, it uses the Lyra2REv2 hash algorithm and has integrated Segregated Witness (SegWit) and the Lightning Network to enhance transaction efficiency.MONA has a total supply cap of 105.12 million coins and features a block reward halving mechanism; the next halving is expected in December 2026. Investors can trade MONA on centralized exchanges that support it, but should be aware of its price volatility and any risk warnings that may be posted on certain platforms.
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The 10-year U.S. Treasury yield is down approximately 8 basis points from its previous close, currently at 4.96%.
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Google and Microsoft's Q3 capital expenditure falls short of estimates, raising concerns about AI build-out costs and delays
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Report: Hedge Funds Exit Bitcoin ETF Arbitrage Trades, Sovereign Wealth Funds and Retail Investors Step In
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New ECB staff estimates show bond yield rise cutting 2027-28 growth by a cumulative 100 BPS and inflation by 90 BPS vs Sept baseline.
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Iranian President Pezeshkian stated that Iran is ready to expand cooperation with Turkey to serve common interests and enhance regional security.
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Event prediction platform Kalshi completes $1 billion funding round, reaching a valuation of $40 billion, with non-sports revenue run rate exceeding $1 billion.
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Israel continues its attacks on Gaza, with the Gaza Ministry of Health stating that dozens have died while awaiting permission to leave, renewing calls to open the Rafah crossing.
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DBS Hong Kong to launch DBS Vantage Card, Hong Kong's first Visa Infinite Privilege Card
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Unlimit founder backs Phase blockchain with $45M as mainnet launches
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