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Sumitomo Mitsui DS Asset Management Liquidates French Bonds Over Fiscal Concerns, Shifts to German and Japanese Debt
Sumitomo Mitsui DS Asset Management Co. has sold all of its holdings in French government bonds due to concerns over France's fiscal health, reallocating the funds into German bunds and short-term Jap
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Japan's unemployment rate was 2.5%, compared to an expected 2.4% and a previous 2.4%, above expectations.
Unemployment Rate: 2.5%, Expected 2.4%, Previous 2.4%, Above Expectations Release Time: 2026-10-01 23:30 UTC
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Japanese fund spurs private investment to double shipbuilding capacity by 2035
A Japanese government fund for revitalizing the shipbuilding industry has begun to spur private-sector investment in projects aimed at doubling the country's capacity by 2035. This initiative comes as
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Japan's inflation wave lifts prices on over 3,000 food and drink items from Thursday
Companies increased prices on more than 3,000 food and drink products from Thursday in response to higher wages, a weaker yen, and soaring energy and logistics costs.
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Japan's retail sales month-over-month were -1.2%, below the expected -1% and the previous 2.4%.
Retail Sales MoM: -1.2%, expected -1%, prior 2.4%, below expectations Release Time: 2026-09-29 23:50 UTC
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Nikkei Asia: Japan's China derisking offers lessons for Southeast Asia, as Tokyo's import dependence on Beijing has grown in some sectors
Nikkei Asia's opinion piece highlights that despite Japan's efforts to de-risk from China, its import dependence on Beijing has actually increased in certain sectors. For instance, over half of Japan'
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Japan to establish state investment fund for defense startups as early as next fiscal year
The new organization will invest in domestic production of advanced dual-use technologies, such as drones, and promote exports, envisioning itself as an export channel similar to the US Foreign Milita
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Japan buys drones quickly but is less interested in integration systems
This approach means that without common standards, Tokyo cannot earn proper defense and public trust. For example, Japanese company Terra Drone supplies the Terra B1 interceptor drone to Japan's Self-
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Japan's Services Producer Price Index (Aug.) rose 3.7% YoY, 3.2% excluding international transportation
Japan's Services Producer Price Index (Aug.) rose 3.7% YoY, 3.2% excluding international transportation
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US President Trump reportedly voiced concerns about weak yen to Japanese PM Takaichi during their Tuesday summit, raising specter of increased US pressure on Japan's economic policy
US President Donald Trump reportedly voiced concerns about the weak yen to Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi during their summit Tuesday, lifting currency issues to the leaders level and raising
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Japanese traditional drugmakers seek to reduce China from supply chain for raw materials
Japanese traditional drugmakers such as Tsumura & Co. are developing a domestic supply chain that cuts dependence on Chinese imports for raw materials.
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Japan plans to digitize foreign investment review applications as early as fiscal year 2028.
Japan plans to digitize most pre-screening applications for foreign investments as early as fiscal year 2028, aiming to help the newly established Japan Foreign Investment Committee (JFIC) process its
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President Trump's labeling of China as a WWII "ally" sparks concern in Japan.
Japan on Friday emphasized its post-war reconciliation and close partnership with the United States, hours after US President Donald Trump made remarks calling China a World War II "ally," which some
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Japan to tighten permanent residency rules from Oct. 1, requiring higher income, language proficiency and pension savings
The new rules, which will be implemented in phases and applied retroactively to applications submitted since April, reflect a shift towards a "selective and conditional" immigration policy amid a broa
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Global bond sell-off intensifies, pushing Japan's benchmark yield above 3.1% and hitting Tokyo housing market
The intensifying global bond sell-off led yields higher across Asia on Friday morning, as investors anticipate further monetary tightening by the Fed amid elevated oil prices and faltering hopes for a
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Japan S&P Global Composite PMI 52.5, expected 54, prior 53.5, below expectations
S&P Global Composite PMI: 52.5, expected 54, previous 53.5, below expectations Release Time: 2026-09-24 00:30 UTC
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Japan S&P Global Services PMI 51.6, expected 52.7, prior 52.5, below expectations
S&P Global Services PMI: 51.6, expected 52.7, prior 52.5, below expectations Release Time: 2026-09-24 00:30 UTC
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Hong Kong rises to 14th in global property market transparency rankings, still trails Singapore and Japan
Hong Kong has climbed one place to 14th in the latest Global Real Estate Transparency Index, a report released every two years by property consultancy JLL and subsidiary LaSalle Investment Management.
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Japan's gold prices surge, companies seek new extraction methods
Foreign and domestic companies are increasingly looking to extract gold from mines, urban waste, and seawater in Japan, as the country's gold prices surge.
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Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi grows cautious of setting GDP defense spending target, citing difficulty in reaching U.S.-demanded 3.5% level within five years.
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi grows cautious of setting GDP defense spending target, citing difficulty in reaching U.S.-demanded 3.5% level within five years.
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Major Japanese banks' domestic loan share rose to 46.8% in August, marking the first sustained post-bubble expansion in over three decades, boosted by lending margins and financing demand.
Major Japanese banks' domestic loan share rose to 46.8% in August, marking the first sustained post-bubble expansion in over three decades, boosted by lending margins and financing demand.
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Japan plans AI robot contest on International Space Station to foster space engineers
Japan aims to cultivate the next generation of space engineers by hosting a competition on the International Space Station (ISS). Teams will control a robot using artificial intelligence, with the ini
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Typhoon Dujuan hits Japan, nearly 2 million people urged to evacuate, causing widespread power outages and flight cancellations.
Japan's Meteorological Agency had warned of an "imminent threat to life," but warnings have since been downgraded for most areas. Typhoon Dujuan, with sustained winds of 130 km/h and gusts of 194 km/h
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Trump to host China's Xi Jinping this week with rare airport welcome and state dinner, following meeting with Japan PM Takaichi
U.S. President Donald Trump is scheduled to meet Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi this week, ahead of hosting Chinese President Xi Jinping in Washington. The U.S. plans a rare airport welcome by
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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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