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America’s biggest lender is closing its wallet — and investors and home buyers will feel it. Here’s what to watch.
Prepare for higher U.S. interest rates if Japan cuts its U.S. Treasury bond holdings. But there could be a silver lining.
Yageo says it will protect technology if Shibaura purchase succeeds
Taiwan’s Yageo said it will implement strict controls to prevent technology from leaking if it succeeds in acquiring Japan’s Shibaura Electronics, responding to concerns in Japan over what the deal ...
Elderly resident donates gold worth over $2 million to Nara Pref. city for disaster relief
The municipal government here announced on June 6 that it had received a donation of 20 kilograms of gold -- worth ...
Marubeni: Undervalued And Buffett-Certified Japanese Trading House
Marubeni, backed by Buffett and strong fundamentals, stands out amid market uncertainty with growth, dividends, buybacks, and ...
What REALLY happens when you spend an evening with a geisha? Two-hour 'invite-only' sessions with traditional Japanese hostesses can cost up to £2,500
A date with a traditional Japanese performer in the historic former Japanese capital of Kyoto doesn't come easily - or ...
Shimane Pref. loses out on $123,000 in Japan subsidies due to grant application typo
Shimane Prefecture announced on June 6 that an error in its application for a national government subsidy program led to ...