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Japan's Hybrid Bond Issuance Rebounds
The rebound is driven by yield-hungry investors and borrowers looking to fund acquisitions and repayments while avoiding equity dilution.
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Nikkei Asia Review: Japan should not use foreign exchange reserves to finance food tax cuts, as this could push up US Treasury yields and weaken the yen.
Nikkei Asia Review: Japan should not use foreign exchange reserves to finance food tax cuts, as this could push up US Treasury yields and weaken the yen.
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Yen intervention leaves Japanese investors divided on foreign assets
Portfolio flow data released on Thursday showed that Japanese investors remain divided on investing in overseas bonds and equities after currency authorities in Japan and the U.S. undertook a historic
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China's policy toward Japan remains unchanged, CCP official Lu Kang says, unless Japan revises its position on Taiwan.
China's policy toward Japan remains unchanged, CCP official Lu Kang says, unless Japan revises its position on Taiwan.
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Japan plans to proceed with stock and bond tokenization, with work on the project expected to begin in early 2027
Japan's financial regulator, the Bank of Japan, and major financial institutions are collaborating on a national blockchain-based settlement infrastructure for tokenized versions of stocks and Japanes
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ICC President urges Japan to counter US pressure on the court, following US sanctions on ICC officials last week
ICC President Tomoko Akane, speaking via video link to reporters in Tokyo, called on Japan, the court's biggest financial backer, to help it in its hour of need. The US intensified its campaign agains
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Japanese lawmakers visit Beijing, signaling an attempt to mend relations with China after recent Taiwan-related tensions
Experts suggest the visit by a delegation of Japanese politicians this week aims to defrost one of the worst rifts with China in decades. The diplomatic spat began last November after Japan's Prime Mi
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Japan plans to study blockchain infrastructure for securities cash settlement, aiming for a development plan by early 2027
The Financial Services Agency (FSA), Finance Ministry, Bank of Japan (BOJ), and financial institutions are involved in the initiative.
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Japan targets early 2030s launch for blockchain-based stock and bond settlement system
Japan's regulators are racing to modernize national settlement systems to prevent institutional investors and foreign capital from fleeing to overseas markets.
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Japan is working on a blockchain-based stock settlement system, with details expected by early 2027, Nikkei reports
If the plan is approved, the relevant agencies could launch the system within a few years, aiming for full operation in the early 2030s.
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Japan's Finance Minister calls for increased investment from Australia, citing Australia's indispensable role as an energy and mineral source
Japanese Finance Minister Satsuki Katayama emphasized the importance of Australia-Japan ties amid rising geopolitical tensions, stating that Japan seeks to attract financial services firms and various
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Japan seeks funding for deep-sea rare earth mining to reduce reliance on China, with aid potentially reaching hundreds of billions of yen.
Japan seeks funding for deep-sea rare earth mining to reduce reliance on China, with aid potentially reaching hundreds of billions of yen.
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Japan's Only High-Speed Trader Dharmacapital Relocates to Singapore, Leaving Tokyo Without Such Firms
Japan's high-frequency trading firm Dharmacapital Co. moved all its staff to Singapore earlier this month, according to people familiar with the matter. This move effectively leaves Tokyo with no such
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Japan to propose budgeting ~$628M to help domestic companies procure undersea cable ships amid rising costs and Chinese competition
Japan will propose budgeting around 100 billion yen ($628 million) to help domestic companies procure ships that can lay undersea cables. This move aims to boost domestic competitiveness and economic
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Japan Ranks 2nd in Record Global Shareholder Activism Wave in H1 2026
Shareholder activism globally surged 20% year-on-year to a record high in the first half of 2026, with Japan seeing an even larger uptick. Investors pushed companies like Daikin and Toto on issues inc
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Nomura-backed Laser Digital Gets Japan’s First Crypto Approval in Four Years
Nomura-backed Laser Digital gets crypto business approval in Japan, the first in four years. Laser Digital Japan will provide liquidity to domestic crypto providers and plans to launch institutional t
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Japan's headline inflation hit 1.9% in July, highest this year, driven by energy prices due to the Iran war
Core inflation, which excludes fresh food but includes energy, rose 1.8%, in line with expectations. Wholesale inflation also surged to 7.2% in July, with electricity charges being the largest contrib
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Japan's global patent share in core AI fields shrinks from 25% to 8% over two decades, falling behind US and China
Japan now ranks fourth in patents for AI mechanisms and foundational technologies, with China, the U.S., and South Korea occupying the top three spots.
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Japan's exports in July accelerated for the fifth consecutive month, growing by 23.2%, exceeding market expectations, thanks to strong chip shipments.
Japan's exports in July rose 23.2%, exceeding economists' median forecast of 19.9% in a Reuters poll, marking the fastest growth since October 2022. Among these, the value of semiconductor equipment s
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Japan's 20-year bond auction on Thursday to test demand as global yields surge
Japan's 20-year bond auction on Thursday to test demand as global yields surge
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U.S. Treasury Department: In June, foreign holdings of U.S. debt decreased by $72.1 billion month-over-month to $9.3 trillion, with Japan leading the reduction by $26.4 billion.
According to data released by the U.S. Treasury Department on Monday, the total amount of U.S. Treasury bonds held by foreign entities decreased by $72.1 billion month-on-month in June, falling to $9.
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Japan's immigrant residents only contribute about half of what they should to the national pension program, according to official data.
The lagging participation is attributed to a lack of awareness and language barriers.
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Japan's Q2 GDP annualized growth was 1.1%, falling short of market expectations of 2%.
Japan's economy grew at an annualized rate of 1.1% in the second quarter, falling short of market expectations of 2%. This follows a 2.1% growth in the first quarter. The lower-than-expected growth wa
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Japan considers state reinsurance for tankers to ensure crude supplies amid Iran war
Japan is weighing providing last-resort reinsurance coverage for oil tankers traveling in dangerous areas such as the Middle East, including the Strait of Hormuz, aiming to mitigate risks from the ong
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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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