Lina Wu
- Asian Markets (JPY/CNY Focus)
- July 28, 2026
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Currency Traders Scrutinize Fed and BoJ Meetings for Subtle Shifts in Monetary Policy Amidst Yen’s Vulnerability
TOKYO — Currency traders are keenly observing the upcoming central bank meetings in the United States and Japan this week, even as the immediate prospect of interest rate hikes appears…
- Asian Markets (JPY/CNY Focus)
- July 28, 2026
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Magnitude 7.1 Earthquake Strikes Kumamoto, Japan, Triggering Fires, Trapping Shoppers, and Disrupting Critical Industries
A powerful magnitude 7.1 earthquake jolted Japan’s southwestern prefecture of Kumamoto on Tuesday afternoon, unleashing widespread devastation, causing significant structural damage, triggering multiple fires, and leaving thousands without power. Authorities…
- Asian Markets (JPY/CNY Focus)
- July 28, 2026
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Chinese Automaker BYD Launches Electric Kei Minicar in Japan, Challenging Domestic Dominance
TOKYO – Chinese automaker BYD officially launched its all-electric kei minicar, the Racco, in the Japanese market on Tuesday, July 28, 2026. This pivotal entry marks a significant moment for…
- Asian Markets (JPY/CNY Focus)
- July 28, 2026
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Japan’s Economic Blueprint Sparks Investor Enthusiasm Amidst Corporate Uncertainty
The government of Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi finalized its annual economic and fiscal blueprint last week, a comprehensive plan aimed at revitalizing the nation’s economy through significant investment and…
- Asian Markets (JPY/CNY Focus)
- July 27, 2026
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Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi Defends Ambitious Growth Strategy Amidst Deflationary Concerns and Market Scrutiny
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has forcefully defended her administration’s substantial ¥370 trillion ($2.3 trillion) economic growth initiative, pushing back against growing apprehension within financial markets that the plan might…
- Asian Markets (JPY/CNY Focus)
- July 27, 2026
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India’s Lithium Battery Recycling Challenges Threaten Environmental Goals and Critical Mineral Supply Chains
RAJASTHAN, India — Efforts by global manufacturers like Panasonic to comply with India’s ambitious recycling mandates for low-end batteries are encountering significant hurdles related to prohibitive costs and complex logistics.…
- Asian Markets (JPY/CNY Focus)
- July 27, 2026
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Bangkok’s Residential Districts Embrace Market-Style Eateries as Community Hubs
Bangkok’s residential districts are witnessing a burgeoning trend of market-style eateries, transforming into vital community spaces for residents who find themselves geographically distanced from the bustling cafe and bar scenes…
- Asian Markets (JPY/CNY Focus)
- July 26, 2026
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Sanae Takaichi’s Cabinet Approval Rating Drops Below 60% for First Time Amidst Growing Independent Disapproval
TOKYO – Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s administration has experienced a significant decline in public support, with the latest joint poll by Nikkei and TV Tokyo revealing a 10-percentage-point drop in…
- Asian Markets (JPY/CNY Focus)
- July 26, 2026
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AI Agents Accelerate Cyber Threat Landscape, Requiring Enhanced Multilayered Defense
The rapid advancement of artificial intelligence (AI) agents capable of performing tasks autonomously has fundamentally reshaped the cybersecurity landscape, escalating the ongoing struggle between defenders and malicious actors. These sophisticated…
- Asian Markets (JPY/CNY Focus)
- July 26, 2026
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Sanyo Shokai Overshoots Business Casual Shorts Sales Goal by 20% as Japan Embraces Warmer Office Attire
Shorts designed for business settings are becoming more popular as Japan’s summers continue to get hotter, and apparel maker Sanyo Shokai has seen remarkable success with its recent offerings, exceeding…
