The Bank of Japan on Tuesday decided to guide overnight lending rates to 0%-0.1%, up a fraction from minus 0.1%-0%, raising its benchmark for the first time in ... Show more
Quick Glance: Fate of BOJ's Stimulus Tools Revealed
- The Bank of Japan ended eight years of negative interest rates and other unorthodox measures to boost growth. Details on changes to the stimulating tools were disclosed.
- The negative interest rate policy was lifted, and the bank now pays a 0.1% interest rate on excess reserves to withdraw money from the economy.
- Yield curve control was dismantled, but the bank will continue to buy bonds and intervene with larger purchases if bond yields rise rapidly.
- The purchase of risky assets like ETFs and REITs was discontinued, and the commitment to maintain massive stimulus was withdrawn to reassure the market.
Honda, Nissan Considering Cutting China Capacity, Nikkei Says: Nissan Motor Co. is considering a 30% reduction in production capacity in China ...
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Honda and Nissan could be set to join forces, according to media reports, while the Nikkei business daily said they could collaborate on electric vehicles www.reuters.com/business/autos-transportation/japans-nissan-could-seek-partnership-with-honda-tv-tokyo-says-2024-03-13/
Quick Glance: Nissan and Honda Announce EV Partnership to Catch Up
- Nissan and Honda have officially announced a new EV partnership to keep up with Tesla and BYD.
- The automakers will collaborate on software platforms, EV components, and other technologies.
- The aim of the partnership is to lower EV prices and compete with low-cost providers from China.
- BYD from China has intensified competition by slashing EV prices to under $10,000.
Bank of Japan to End Yield Curve Control, ETF Buying, Nikkei Reports: The Bank of Japan is poised to end its yield curve control and purchases of risk assets on ...
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BOJ to end negative rate policy next week, says Nikkei: The Bank of Japan is expected to end its negative interest rate policy on Tuesday on substantial wage ...
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North Korean missiles developed with foreign help, Nikkei finds: TOKYO -- North Korea is strongly suspected of using joint research with other countries to ...
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Yen Down with JGB Yields, Stocks Rally after Landmark BOJ Stimulus Exit
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Nissan, Honda consider China output cuts, Nikkei reports: Japan's Nissan Motor and Honda Motor are considering cutting production in China as they face stiff ...
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Outliers in Japanese Stocks’ Bull Run Under Pressure to Downsize: A rising number of blue-chip Japanese companies are cutting staff — a move that used to be seen ...
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Japan’s Nikkei Posts First Weekly Drop in Six on Profit-Taking, BOJ Bets (UPDATE 1)
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Japan's Pocketalk interpreter preparing for 2025 IPO in Tokyo: TOKYO -- Tokyo-based Pocketalk, a developer of mobile translation devices, is planning an initial ...
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China to set GDP growth target of 'around 5%' for 2024: BEIJING -- China on Tuesday will set a gross domestic product growth target of "around 5%" for ...
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Quick Glance: China Aims for Stable Growth of Around 5%
- China targets economic growth of approximately 5% to transform its development model and reduce wasteful spending.
- Premier Li Qiang delivered his maiden work report at the National People's Congress, emphasizing the need for structural adjustments.
- The government plans to boost growth through increased state investments, a proactive fiscal stance, and a prudent monetary policy.
- China intends to advance technology innovation, lift foreign investment restrictions in manufacturing, and promote self-sufficiency in technology.
BOJ to discuss negative rate exit next week as Japan pay raises grow: TOKYO -- The Bank of Japan will discuss whether to end its negative interest rate policy at ...
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AGING ASIA'S MENOPAUSE CHALLENGEFrom Japan to Singapore ... Show more
Nintendo to launch Switch console successor in March 2025 at earliest: OSAKA -- Japanese gaming titan Nintendo will launch the successor of its mega-hit Switch ...
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More young Japanese choosing flexibility over full-time jobs: TOKYO -- An increasing number of young Japanese workers are choosing non-full-time positions ...
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Morning Bid: Nvidia, Nikkei knocked - China dodges deflation: A look at the day ahead in U.S. and global markets from Mike Dolan
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India's top diplomat points to 'new phase' in Japan defense ties: NEW DELHI -- Defense ties can be an "important element" of India's relations ...
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Japan's main stock benchmark breached the 40,000-point level for the first time, as technology shares soared reut.rs/48ymXk8
Malaysia revives 'ambitious' high-speed rail plan amid hurdles: KUALA LUMPUR/SINGAPORE -- Malaysia is reviving a plan to build the country's first ...
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Japan to require foreign e-tailers to have local person in charge: TOKYO -- Japan's Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry will require overseas businesses ...
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Japan should fully lift arms export ban: ex-security chief: TOKYO -- Japan should in principle allow exports of defense equipment as Tokyo faces its ...
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Japan ministry to ask Line, Yahoo operator to improve security: TOKYO -- Japan's Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications will soon admonish LY Corp. ...
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A stock rally but sluggish growth: What’s the deal with Japan’s economy?: The Nikkei is benefiting from companies' strong earnings, but wider economic indicators ...
japantimes.co.jp/business/2024/03/08/economy/nikkei-stock-rally-real-economy/
What explains the recent surge in Japanese stock prices?: Japan needs for increase domestic capital investment, technological innovation and sound risk-taking to ...
japantimes.co.jp/commentary/2024/02/27/japan/nikkei-stock-surge/
Japan’s Nikkei at Record High, Tech and Insurance Shares Gain (Update1)
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Nvidia announces Blackwell GPU for AI made by Taiwan’s TSMC: Blackwell-architecture GPUs made using TSMC’s 4 nm process technology
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Japan’s Nikkei Slides before BOJ Decision as Chip Shares Weigh
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Japan’s Nikkei Falls for 3rd Straight Session as BOJ Policy Shift Bets Weigh (Update 1)
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Telecom chips move in-house and the US takes aim at TikTok: The inside story on the Asia tech trends that matter, from Nikkei Asia and the Financial Times
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Asian shares slip as Nikkei declines on strong yen: Japan's Nikkei experienced a 2.3% decline in value following a series of all-time highs last week ...
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Japan’s Nikkei Falls over 2% as Chip Shares Slump, Yen Firms
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China’s iFlytek looks abroad, minidramas go viral: The inside story on the Asia tech trends that matter, from Nikkei Asia and the Financial Times
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Japan’s Nikkei Extends Decline as Tech Tracks Wall Street Slump (Update 1)
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Japan’s Nikkei Ends Flat on Dip-Buying as Index Slips from Peak (Update 1)
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Japan's Nikkei breaches 40,000-point level for first time as tech stocks soar: Japan's Nikkei breaches 40,000 level for first time as tech stocks soar
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Wall Street Breakfast Podcast: Bitcoin Surges Past $65K; Nikkei Tops 40K: Bitcoin surged past the $65,000 mark, Google could face antitrust claims ...
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Activist Fund Targets Aozora, Most-Shorted Stock on Japan’s Nikkei: An activist fund has become the biggest shareholder in Japan’s Aozora Bank Ltd. ...
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Nikkei leads Asia higher, packed week for events ahead: Investors gear up for a busy week of central bank events and key data shaping interest rate expectations.
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Japan's Nikkei surpasses 40,000 points for the first time: The broader Topix index rose 0.30% or 8.07 points to 2,717.49.
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Prominent leaker says Nikkei’s March 2025 Switch 2 launch info is true: You may recall that, yesterday, Nikkei was reporting that Nintendo was planning on ...
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Nikkei hits record high on Wall St rally, steady US inflation: Markets elsewhere in Asia are more subdued amid China's still-uncertain economic outlook.
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Japan’s Nikkei Trades Lower as Investors Continue to Book Profits
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Japan Shares Open New Chapter as Nikkei Reclaims Its 1989 Peak: Japanese stocks reclaimed a historic peak reached more than three decades ago as investors pour ...
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Quick Glance: Japan's Nikkei Reaches Historic High
- Japanese stocks reach record level, surpassing 1989 peak.
- The Nikkei 225 index rose 2.1 percent to 39,098, exceeding its previous high of 38,915.87 in 1989.
- A weak yen and rising inflation favor the surge in Japanese stocks, influenced by foreign investors as well.
- Foreign investors play a significant role in the market's rise, driven by strong corporate profits and increasing stock prices.
Nintendo to launch Switch console successor in March 2025 at earliest: OSAKA -- Japanese gaming titan Nintendo will launch the successor of its mega-hit Switch ...
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Japan's Nikkei hits record high as Nvidia lifts Asian tech: Japan's Nikkei share average topped its all-time peak on Thursday, after unexpectedly strong revenue ...
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Quick Glance: Nvidia's Hardware Drives Market Value Beyond Australia's GDP
- Nvidia opened its doors for business in 1993, producing hardware that enables the development of AI applications.
- The company posted revenue of $22.1 billion in the December quarter of 2023, marking a 265 percent increase from the previous year.
- Investors reacted to the news by increasing the company's market valuation by $250 billion, the largest one-day gain in Wall Street's history.
- Nvidia's recent success is attributed to the surge in demand for products utilizing its chips, like Microsoft's ChatGPT, as well as investments in AI infrastructure.
Nintendo Switch 2 Reportedly Delayed to March 2025 in Part to Combat Scalping - IGN
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Soaring Japanese equities offer investors cozy distance from troubled China: As economic and geopolitical woes spur an exodus of investors from China ...
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Japan’s stock market passes record closing level after 34 years: Nikkei 225 index passes highest-ever close reached in late-1980s asset bubble after powerful ...
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Japanese investors raise a glass to Nikkei record at Stock Pickers bar: Excitement among regulars at the intimate bar in Tokyo's Ginza district had been brewing ...
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Japan's Nikkei share average crosses all-time high, breaking 1989 record: Japan's benchmark Nikkei share average hit an all-time high on Thursday ...
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U.S. grower of pricey Japanese strawberries holds $134m funding round: NEW YORK -- Oishii, a U.S. startup with Japanese roots that is known for its premium ...
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Mitsui Sumitomo Insurance to double U.K. underwriting, CEO says: LONDON -- Japan's Mitsui Sumitomo Insurance plans to roughly double its insurance ...
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Fujitsu, Hitachi, others to set up firm for new quantum computer: TOKYO -- Industry and academia in Japan will set up a company in fiscal 2024 to commercialize a ...
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Japan's crazy 1980s bubble a dim memory as Nikkei hits record high: As Japanese shares finally reclaim past peaks it harks back to a time when everyone in the ...
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Nintendo Switch 2 release date may have been revealed – and it is delayed for important reason
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