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Japan’s yen is a compelling trade but comes at a cost
Global investors are unwinding their wagers on Japan's yen rising quickly as a cautious central bank, a trade war and the ...
Idol merch collection expo held in Tokyo, comparing goods from Japan, S. Korea
Titled "Oshikatsu -- Merch Collection Expo," the event, the only one of its kind in Japan, is showcasing K-pop "oshikatsu" ...
Bond Vigilantes Give ‘Worse Than Greece’ Japan A Reprieve
Global bond markets can breathe a little easier following Japan’s successful sales of 30-year debt on Thursday.
Japanese Businesses Positive Despite U.S. Trade Uncertainty, Supporting BoJ's Rate Hike Cycle
Japanese businesses, large and small, remained positive overall despite trade war uncertainties. Read more here.
Threat of More Tariffs Hangs Over Countries Negotiating Trade Deals
As America’s largest trading partners race toward deals, they are increasingly worried about being hit with future tariffs on ...
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Japan, US remain at loggerheads over slashing trade deficit
WASHINGTON -- Japan's top tariff negotiator Ryosei Akazawa returned to Tokyo from the U.S. Monday, after the latest round of ...
Japan Factory Output Rose in May, But Tariffs Cloud Outlook
Japan’s industrial production increased modestly in May, but the rebound is likely to be temporary due to the impact of U.S.
Japan PM says determined to protect national interests amid tariff stalemate
TOKYO (Reuters) -Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba said on Wednesday he was determined to protect his country's national interests as trade negotiations with the U.S. struggled and President ...