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Stock Index Futures Gain at Quarter-End, U.S. JOLTS Report and Nike Earnings on Tap

September S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESU26) are up +0.10%, and September Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQU26) are up +0.16% this morning, putting the major indexes on track for their strongest quarterly gains in years.

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Japanese yen sinks to 40-year low against the US dollar as intervention looms

The Japanese yen has dropped to its lowest level against the US dollar in four decades, putting markets on alert for urgent action by Tokyo to halt a slide that record intervention and higher interest rates have so far failed to stop.

Euronews

Yen tumbles to 4-decade low. Here are 3 reasons behind the historic slump

Japanese Finance Minister Satsuki Katayama said authorities were ready to respond appropriately at any time, without giving stronger signals. The sharp decline has fuelled growing speculation that Tokyo could be edging closer to direct intervention to support the currency.

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Why Celtic's Daizen Maeda is holding his head high despite Japan's World Cup exit

The National (Scotland)

Japan's Nikkei clocks best quarter on record on tech rebound

Japan's Nikkei share average surged on Tuesday, driven by a strong rebound in technology stocks. The benchmark index closed at 70,062.32, marking its sharpest quarterly gain in decades. Despite mixed market breadth, semiconductor and AI-related shares led the advance. This positive movement mirrored overnight rallies in U.S. markets, fueled by…

The Economic Times

Iran war turns Asia toward diversifying energy supplies, undermining climate goals

Asian nations hit hard by the Iran war’s price shocks are rushing to diversify and strengthen their energy security, potentially undermining their commitments to curb climate change

The Independent UK

'C'mon queen!': Naomi Osaka wows Wimbledon crowd with ‘Kill Bill’ inspired kimono

Japan's four-time major winner paid tribute to her nation's culture by arriving for her opening match at Wimbledon in a full-length kimono - entirely white to adhere to the tournament's strict dress code rules.

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US stocks may be headed for a sharp correction, warns Andrew Freris amid AI spending boom

Market strategist Andrew Freris warns Wall Street's rally is built on shaky ground, citing weak earnings and excessive AI enthusiasm. He advises caution on US equities, favoring select Asian markets like Japan, Singapore, Taiwan, and South Korea. Freris believes a US market correction is inevitable and could trigger a global…

The Economic Times

Brazil fans erupt after dramatic World Cup win over Japan

Brazil fans celebrate a dramatic 2-1 win over Japan in São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro and Houston after Gabriel Martinelli's late World Cup winner.

Euronews

Strong dollar pushes yen to 40-year low as clock ticks on intervention

The Japanese yen hit a 40-year low against the dollar, sparking intervention fears. Despite past efforts, the yen continues to weaken due to a significant interest rate gap. Analysts believe intervention is inevitable but unlikely to reverse the trend. Meanwhile, the dollar remains strong ahead of crucial U.S. jobs data,…

The Economic Times

Matheus Cunha Fires Back After Japan Star's 'Brazil Is No Longer Strong' World Cup Dig

Brazil's Matheus Cunha defended his country's football legacy after Japan's Kento Shiogai questioned Brazil's strength. Brazil's 2-1 World Cup win over Japan silenced critics and advanced them to the last 16.

International Business Times UK

Germany and Netherlands dumped out on penalties as Brazil seal late win

Three World Cup knockout ties delivered drama on Monday night, with Paraguay and Morocco pulling off surprise penalty wins over Germany and the Netherlands, and Brazil beating Japan with a late winner.

Euronews

Lost for 50 years, Japan's WWII gold submarine was finally found nearly 3 miles underwater

The submarine slipped beneath the Atlantic during the summer of 1944 and then disappeared from history. For decades, its exact resting place remained uncertain despite wartime reports, scattered naval records and countless theories. Hidden beneath almost three miles of water, the Japanese submarine I-52 carried far more than its crew.…

The Times of India

FIFA World Cup 2026: Martinelli's 96th-minute stunner rescues Brazil, shocks Japan in thriller

Gabriel Martinelli scored a dramatic 96th-minute winner as Brazil mounted a thrilling second-half comeback to defeat Japan 2-1, securing a hard-fought ticket to the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 in front of a packed stadium on Monday (local time).

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FIFA World Cup 2026, Round of 32 results: Who won yesterday's matches? Canada, Brazil and Paraguay reach last 16; Germany crash out

The FIFA World Cup 2026 knockout stage kicked off with Canada making history by securing their first-ever knockout win against South Africa. Brazil narrowly defeated Japan with a last-gasp goal, while Paraguay delivered a stunning upset, eliminating four-time champions Germany in a dramatic penalty shootout. These thrilling Round of 32…

The Independent UK

Lebanon's Brazil fans celebrate a World Cup Round of 32 win, in photos

In the northern Lebanese town of Zgharta, Brazilian flags hung from balconies and stone alleyways as families prepared for Brazil’s Round of 32 FIFA World Cup match against Japan.

The Economic Times

Yen hits 40-year low as clock ticks on intervention

The Japanese yen hit a 40-year low against the dollar, sparking speculation of government intervention. Despite past efforts, the yen continues to weaken due to a significant interest rate gap with the US. All eyes are now on upcoming US jobs data, which could influence the Federal Reserve's rate hike…

The Economic Times

Global Market Today: Asian stocks climb on tech rally, Yen hits 40-year low

Asian stocks surged to their best quarterly gain in 17 years, mirroring Wall Street's tech-led rally. The Japanese yen hit a four-decade low against the dollar, sparking concerns about market intervention. Global equities are poised for a strong quarter, with investors now awaiting US-Iran talks and crucial US jobs data…

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Bangkok Post

Mother imprisoned for forcing daughter, 12, into prostitution in Japan

The Criminal Court on Monday sentenced a 30-year-old woman who forced her daughter into prostitution to a long term in prison.

The Conversation

Distance can no longer be NZ’s defence strategy. Could Japan be part of the answer?

As China’s military expansion shakes up the Indo-Pacific region’s security order, it is becoming harder to argue that distance offers a form of protection for New Zealand.

Bangkok Post

Thai tourism worries as Chinese resume trips to Japan

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is closely monitoring the revival of tourism ties between China and Japan, as this could potentially affect the inbound Chinese market to Thailand in the second half of the year, while the impacts of the Middle East conflict have yet to completely subside.

Sports Illustrated

Brazil Isn’t Living Up to the Standard That World Soccer Sets For It, But Who Cares?

Brazil came back to defeat Japan 2–1 and earn a place in the World Cup last 16.

The Guardian - UK

‘The right path’: Carlo Ancelotti keeps cool after Brazil survive Japan scare in last 32

Ancelotti said Brazil’s late win was their ‘most complete game’ of the World Cup, while Japan head coach Hajime Moriyasu says his side ‘have to improve’ against top teams

Bangkok Post

Patient Brazil never lost belief in comeback win over Japan

HOUSTON, June 29 (Reuters) - ⁠Patience and ⁠a change of strategy at halftime were the secrets to Brazil’s last-gasp 2-1 victory over Japan in Houston on Monday that sealed a place in ‌the last 16 of the World Cup, according to coach Carlo Ancelotti.

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I just watched Brazil live in Houston – here's why they can win the World Cup

The Selecao proved why they are bona fide contenders to win their sixth World Cup with a late win vs plucky Japan.

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