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Following Japan’s recent foreign exchange intervention, the US Treasury has alerted banks to prepare for potential additional measures to stabilize the yen.
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In a widely anticipated decision, the Bank of Japan maintains its benchmark interest rate amid rising crude oil prices and a weak yen, while revising down its inflation outlook for the current fiscal year.
Nikkei Asia | Jul 31, 2026, 5:18 AM
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Key developments in Asia's technology and infrastructure sectors include Japan's AI transformation efforts, Taiwan's space economy ambitions, and India's first hydrogen-powered train launch.
Nikkei Asia | Jul 23, 2026, 1:01 PM
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The Japan Meteorological Agency issues widespread heatstroke alerts amid deadly heatwave, introducing a new warning term for extreme temperatures.
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To attract affluent visitors, rural regions in Japan are promoting high-end custom-made swords as unique luxury souvenirs.
Nikkei Asia | Jul 15, 2026, 7:07 PM%22%2F%3E%0A%20%20%3Cpath%20d%3D%22M0%20706%20L1536%20432%20L1536%201024%20L0%201024%20Z%22%20fill%3D%22%23f7d56b%22%20opacity%3D%220.18%22%2F%3E%0A%20%20%3Cpath%20d%3D%22M1060%200%20L1536%200%20L1536%201024%20L1250%201024%20Z%22%20fill%3D%22%23d01f2f%22%20opacity%3D%220.38%22%2F%3E%0A%20%20%3Crect%20x%3D%2284%22%20y%3D%2288%22%20width%3D%22210%22%20height%3D%2218%22%20fill%3D%22%23d01f2f%22%2F%3E%0A%20%20%3Ctext%20x%3D%2284%22%20y%3D%22164%22%20fill%3D%22%23ffffff%22%20font-family%3D%22Arial%2C%20Helvetica%2C%20sans-serif%22%20font-size%3D%2264%22%20font-weight%3D%22900%22%3EBUSINESS%3C%2Ftext%3E%0A%3C%2Fsvg%3E)
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Japan's AI sector is seeing the rise of cost-effective server options as alternatives to Nvidia's offerings.
Nikkei Asia | Jul 15, 2026, 5:58 PM%22%2F%3E%0A%20%20%3Cpath%20d%3D%22M0%20706%20L1536%20432%20L1536%201024%20L0%201024%20Z%22%20fill%3D%22%23f3f5f7%22%20opacity%3D%220.18%22%2F%3E%0A%20%20%3Cpath%20d%3D%22M1060%200%20L1536%200%20L1536%201024%20L1250%201024%20Z%22%20fill%3D%22%23cc0000%22%20opacity%3D%220.38%22%2F%3E%0A%20%20%3Crect%20x%3D%2284%22%20y%3D%2288%22%20width%3D%22210%22%20height%3D%2218%22%20fill%3D%22%23cc0000%22%2F%3E%0A%20%20%3Ctext%20x%3D%2284%22%20y%3D%22164%22%20fill%3D%22%23ffffff%22%20font-family%3D%22Arial%2C%20Helvetica%2C%20sans-serif%22%20font-size%3D%2264%22%20font-weight%3D%22900%22%3EBUSINESS%3C%2Ftext%3E%0A%3C%2Fsvg%3E)
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Market worries about potential government influence on the Bank of Japan's monetary policy are causing a rise in yields on long-term Japanese government bonds.
Nikkei Asia | Jul 14, 2026, 8:05 PM
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At a NATO summit meeting, US President Donald Trump confused Japan with Iran, claiming missiles were fired by the 'Islamic Republic of Japan' at a US aircraft carrier.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 9, 2026, 5:32 AM
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At the NATO summit in Ankara, President Trump confused Iran with Japan while discussing a missile attack on a U.S. aircraft carrier, a claim denied by U.S. military officials.
Washington Times News | Jul 8, 2026, 5:29 PM
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Japan's only planned nuclear fuel reprocessing plant is nearly 30 years behind schedule, complicating efforts to manage spent fuel as the country restarts and builds new nuclear power plants.
Nikkei Asia | Jul 8, 2026, 12:31 AM
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Aflac Life Insurance Japan faces scrutiny after a major data breach exposes personal and financial information of millions of policyholders.
Nikkei Asia | Jul 1, 2026, 7:38 PM
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Experts dismiss claims that the magnitude 7.1 Kumamoto earthquake was man-made, citing technological and financial impracticalities amid widespread online misinformation.
South China Morning Post World | Aug 6, 2026, 1:12 AM
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Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's cabinet approves a consumption tax cut on food, overcoming opposition within the ruling party by referencing a key campaign promise tied to a historic election win.
Nikkei Asia | Aug 5, 2026, 8:29 PM
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Japanese athletic equipment maker Mizuno targets India’s growing sports market amid rising incomes and changing lifestyles.
Nikkei Asia | Aug 5, 2026, 6:12 PM
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The European Commission probes whether Spain’s compensation to JGC Holdings for changes in renewable energy support breached EU state aid rules.
CNA Latest News | Aug 4, 2026, 10:10 AM
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The $640 million deal aims to strengthen Orix’s aircraft-leasing business as global travel recovers.
Nikkei Asia | Aug 3, 2026, 3:40 PM
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Preliminary data indicates a coordinated effort with U.S. authorities to stabilize the yen amid market fluctuations.
Nikkei Asia | Aug 3, 2026, 11:09 AM
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Oil prices fell on August 3, 2026, following US President Donald Trump's announcement of renewed negotiations with Iran, while the yen strengthened after a rare joint intervention by US and Japanese officials.
CNA Latest News | Aug 3, 2026, 5:51 AM
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The coordinated action aims to halt the yen's slide to a 40-year low, with both countries signaling readiness for future interventions.
BBC World | Aug 3, 2026, 1:44 AM
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Japanese corporations are investing heavily in AI-related infrastructure and factory upgrades, pushing capital expenditures to unprecedented levels this fiscal year.
Nikkei Asia | Aug 2, 2026, 6:21 PM
business
NTT Data aims to capture a significant share of India's expanding payment market with its newly launched service.
Nikkei Asia | Aug 1, 2026, 3:26 AM
business
Kioxia Holdings projects a significant quarterly net profit increase driven by strong NAND flash memory demand, despite share price declines over investment concerns.
Nikkei Asia | Jul 31, 2026, 9:35 AM
business
Mitsubishi Electric, a leading Japanese electronics company, is set to produce data center cooling systems in the United States, expanding its manufacturing footprint.
Nikkei Asia | Jul 30, 2026, 5:24 PM
world
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi calls rescue efforts a 'race against time' after a magnitude 7.1 earthquake triggers an explosion at a major shopping center.
Al Jazeera | Jul 30, 2026, 6:35 AM