Japan’s Factory Activity Shrinks
In Japan, factory activity remained in the zone of a decrease in December, but at the same time, the pace of the corresponding process slowed down.
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Nidec Makes $1.6 Billion Unsolicited Bid for Makino
Nidec Corp. offers 257.3 billion yen ($1.6 billion) to take over machine tool builder Makino Milling Machine Co., initiating a rare unsolicited takeover of a Japanese company.
Japan’s Budget to Hit Record
The Japanese government is set to compile a record $735 billion budget for the fiscal year from April due to increased social security and debt-servicing costs, adding to the industrial world’s heaviest debt.
An Overview of the Japanese Payment Processors Landscape
Japan is a very well-developed country in Asia known for its advanced technology and innovation in the financial system. The country is a hub for various payment solutions and currency trading. The payment ecosystem in Japan is a blend of traditional practices and cutting-edge technology supported by digital advancements. Let’s conduct an analysis where we […]
Kioxia’s Shares Increase in Debut
Kioxia’s shares soared 14% as part of their market debut on Wednesday, December 18.
Kioxia Sets Price Range for IPO
Bain Capital-backed chip manufacturer Kioxia has set a tentative price in the range of 1,390 to 1,520 yen ($9.22 to $10.09) per equity for its initial public offering (IPO) of shares.
Competition Authorities Reportedly Raid Amazon Japan
Japan’s Fair Trade Commission on Tuesday, November 26, conducted an on-site inspection of Amazon Japan on suspicion of violating antitrust laws, as reported by the media, citing an insider in the government of the Asian country.
SoftBank Reports Quarterly Earnings
The Japanese SoftBank Group on Tuesday, November 12, published information about its earnings for the second quarter of the fiscal year, which will end on March 31, 2025.
SoftBank Reportedly to Book $1.87 Billion Profit on IPOs
Japanese technology investor SoftBank Group is expected to report a quarterly profit of 287 billion yen ($1.87 billion) on Tuesday, November 12.
Chipmaker Kioxia Files for IPO
Bain Capital-backed Kioxia filed for an initial public offering (IPO) of shares last Friday, November 8th.
China Warns Japan of Consequences for Possible New Chip Restrictions
China has stated to Japan that it is ready to take restrictive retaliatory measures if Tokyo continues to reduce the scope of sales and service of equipment necessary for the production of chips.
Japan’s Economy Bounces Back
The Japanese economy showed growth in the second quarter of the current year.
SoftBank Announces $3.4 Billion Buyback
SoftBank Group Corporation announced a share buyback worth up to 500 billion yen ($3.4 billion).
Japanese Stocks Rebound From Crash
On Tuesday, August 6, in Japan, local stock indexes showed significant growth, partially offsetting the drop a day earlier that became a historical negative record.
UBS Says About Current Condition of Japanese Market
Kelvin Tay, regional chief investment officer at UBS Global Wealth Management, said during a conversation with media representatives that currently going into the Japanese market in terms of symbolic comparison with other actions is similar to catching a falling knife.
Japanese Stocks Demonstrate Rapid Fall
On Monday, August 5, Japanese stock indexes showed a drop in price of such a scale that corresponds to the concept of historical losses and does not belong to the category of moderate decline, which is not critical.
