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Global Market: Japan inflation remains below BOJ target as energy costs rise

Tokyo's inflation eased for a sixth month in May, staying under the Bank of Japan's target. Government subsidies helped cushion rising global energy costs. Meanwhile, Japan's factory output rebounded in April, driven by AI-related demand. Policymakers watch these trends closely as they consider future interest rate decisions amid global economic…

The Economic Times

Global Market: Japan inflation slows sharply, but energy risks cloud outlook

Japan's core inflation eased to a four-year low in April, driven by government subsidies. However, rising energy costs due to the Iran conflict are expected to push inflation higher, prompting speculation of further monetary tightening by the Bank of Japan.

The Economic Times

Global Market: Japan economy shows resilience but Iran conflict clouds outlook

Japan's economy showed strong growth in the first quarter, driven by exports and domestic demand. However, rising energy costs due to the Iran conflict pose a significant threat. This situation complicates the Bank of Japan's policy decisions. Higher fuel prices are increasing inflation and impacting household spending. The government is…

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The top foreign holders of U.S. debt may soon dump Treasury bonds and bring their money back home, potentially spiking borrowing costs

Yields for 10- and 30-year JGBs have soared to the highest levels since the 1990s, and the central bank is expected to tighten for the fifth time since 2024.

Fortune

Global Market: Japan wholesale inflation hits 3-year high amid Iran oil shock

Japan's wholesale inflation surged to its fastest pace in nearly three years in April, driven by rising energy and commodity prices linked to the Iran conflict. This acceleration has intensified expectations that the Bank of Japan may raise interest rates as early as June, with markets pricing in a high…

The Economic Times

Global Market: OECD sees Bank of Japan raising rates to 2% by 2027 amid inflation shift

Japan's central bank might increase interest rates to two percent by late 2027. This move signals confidence in Japan's economy moving past decades of low inflation. Stronger wages and consumer demand allow for gradual borrowing cost hikes. The Bank of Japan is also expected to reduce bond purchases. This shift…

The Economic Times

Berkshire Hathaway Just Sold $1.7 Billion in Yen Bonds. What Does That Mean and Why Did New CEO Greg Abel Make the Company’s Third-Largest Yen Deal Ever?

Berkshire Hathaway’s $1.7 billion yen bond sale offers insight into Greg Abel’s early capital allocation strategy.

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Iran war worries fail to dampen business sentiment in Japan

Bank of Japan surveys shows sentiment among major manufacturers improving for fourth consecutive quarter

The Independent UK

Asian shares, US futures gain as Japan keeps its key interest rate unchanged

Asian shares and U.S. futures are higher after U.S. stocks rose, regaining more of their losses for the week

The Independent UK

Asian shares advance after weaker US price data push Wall Street higher, and a rate hike in Japan

Shares are moderately higher in Asia and U.S. futures are mixed after the Bank of Japan raised its key policy rate to the highest level in 30 years

The Independent UK

What to know about the possible impact of Japan's rate hike

Global investors are bracing for a hike by the Bank of Japan that may take its key interest rate to a 30-year high

The Independent UK

‘We’ll Be in These Stocks 10, 20 Years’: Warren Buffett’s $30 Billion Bet Gets a Big Boost as Bank of Japan Raises Rates to 30-Year High

The Bank of Japan is set to raise interest rates to a three-decade high on Friday, marking another landmark shift for a country long accustomed to near-zero rates and unconventional monetary policy.

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Quarterly 'tankan' survey shows slight improvement as Bank of Japan weighs a rate hike

A quarterly survey of major Japanese manufacturers shows business sentiment improving to its best level in four years, even after President Trump raised tariffs on goods from the U.S. ally to a baseline level of 15%

The Independent UK

MongoDB, Boeing Rally, Bitcoin Tops $90,000: What's Moving Markets Tuesday?

U.S. stocks found their footing Tuesday, posting a modest rebound after Monday's pullback as the global bond sell-off sparked by the Bank of Japan finally cooled. At the same time, MongoDB Inc. (NASDAQ:MDB) exploded 25% after a blowout quarter and upbeat guidance.

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International Business Times

When Local Currencies Decay, Stablecoins Become a Global Lifeline

The International Monetary Fund has documented that many emerging‑market currencies have weakened persistently as interest‑rate divergence and a strong U.S. dollar reshaped global capital flows.

The Independent UK

Asian shares are mostly lower after US stocks retreat

Shares are mostly lower in Asia after Wall Street snapped a long streak of records

International Business Times

Tokyo Stocks Hit New Record As Asian Markets Extend Global Rally

Japanese stocks hit another record Tuesday, building on the previous day's surge following the election of a pro-stimulus advocate to lead the country's ruling party, while gold also pushed to a new high amid the US government shutdown and French political upheaval.

International Business Times UK

Stocks Surge in Tokyo Following Election of Japan's First Female PM-Elect Takaichi

Japanese stocks jumped after Sanae Takaichi's election as LDP leader, sending the Nikkei to fresh highs and weakening the yen. Investors are betting on expanded fiscal stimulus and looser monetary policy under her era.

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Japan's central bank survey shows an improved outlook for manufacturers

A closely watched survey by Japan's central bank shows sentiment among large Japanese manufacturers improved for a second straight quarter, making an interest rate hike more likely

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Yen Futures' 93% Seasonal Sell-Off Meets Stock Market Rally: Ready for the Twist?

Q4 2025: Japanese Yen's seasonal weakness meets S&P 500's year-end strength. Inverse correlations are clear, but a yen rally could blindside. Prepared to trade the shift?

International Business Times

Asian Markets Mixed As Bitcoin Surges To New High

Bitcoin hit a new peak during early Asian trading on Thursday, as the yen surged after the US Treasury Secretary said he expects Japan to hike interest rates.

MarketBeat

Global Value: 3 Stocks Under $10 Riding a Weak Dollar

A weaker dollar and rate cut expectations continue to fuel interest in international value plays—these three under-$10 stocks could benefit

International Business Times

Bank Of Japan Holds Rates, Says To Slow Bond Purchase Taper

The Bank of Japan kept interest rates unchanged Tuesday and said it would taper its purchase of government bonds at a slower pace amid concerns about the effect of trade uncertainty on the world's number four economy.

International Business Times

Japan Core Inflation Tops Forecasts As Rice Prices Almost Double

Japanese inflation spiked at a two-year high in April, data showed Friday, as rice prices almost doubled, turning focus on the central bank as it mulls more interest rate hikes amid Donald Trump's trade war.

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