Lina Wu
- Asian Markets (JPY/CNY Focus)
- August 1, 2026
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The Avian Flu Scourge Forces Badminton Shuttlecock Producers to Seek Synthetic Alternatives
The global badminton community is facing an unprecedented challenge as the escalating avian flu crisis, particularly its impact on duck populations in China, has led to a dramatic scarcity of…
- Asian Markets (JPY/CNY Focus)
- August 1, 2026
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Development Aid as Investment, Not Charity: UNDP Administrator Alexander De Croo Champions Market Creation
TOKYO – Alexander De Croo, the former prime minister of Belgium and current administrator of the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), has articulated a compelling vision for international development, asserting…
- Asian Markets (JPY/CNY Focus)
- July 31, 2026
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The Yen Stages a Comeback Against the Dollar Following Suspected Japanese Intervention, Only to Retreat as Market Forces Reassert Themselves
TOKYO — The Japanese yen experienced a dramatic, albeit fleeting, surge against the US dollar late Thursday night and into the early hours of Friday, a move widely attributed to…
- Asian Markets (JPY/CNY Focus)
- July 31, 2026
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Sony Group’s Net Profit Surges Over 30% to More Than $2 Billion in First Fiscal Quarter Fueled by Weak Yen and U.S. Tariff Refunds
TOKYO — Sony Group has announced a robust performance for its first fiscal quarter, with net profit soaring by over 30% to exceed $2 billion. This significant financial uplift was…
- Asian Markets (JPY/CNY Focus)
- July 31, 2026
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Beijing Approves Launch of Certain Apple Intelligence Functions, CEO Cook Says
Apple reported a record June quarter revenue on Thursday, a significant achievement bolstered by robust sales performance in China, a critical market for the technology giant. This positive financial outlook…
- Asian Markets (JPY/CNY Focus)
- July 30, 2026
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Japan Approves Budget Guidelines Aiming to Spur Investment in Key Sectors Amid Fiscal Concerns
TOKYO — Japan’s government has approved budget request guidelines for fiscal year 2027, a significant policy shift that eliminates existing caps on growth and crisis management investments. This strategic move,…
- Asian Markets (JPY/CNY Focus)
- July 30, 2026
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Japan to Implement 30 Billion Dollar Food Consumption Tax Cut Despite Fiscal Concerns
Japan is poised to enact a significant reduction in its consumption tax on food items, a move championed by Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi aimed at alleviating the financial strain on…
- Asian Markets (JPY/CNY Focus)
- July 30, 2026
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PLS Eyes 20% Lithium Production Boost in Fiscal 2027 Amidst Surging Global EV Demand
CANBERRA – Lithium producer PLS announced on Thursday its ambitious plan to increase production by approximately 20% in fiscal year 2027, signaling a strong commitment to expansion as Australian miners…
- Asian Markets (JPY/CNY Focus)
- July 30, 2026
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Seiko Group Ascends to Luxury Pedestal, Rivaling Global Conglomerates on Market Valuation
TOKYO — Japanese watchmaker Seiko Group is undertaking a profound transformation, strategically repositioning itself from a mass-market manufacturer to a distinguished luxury brand. This ambitious evolution has culminated in a…
- Asian Markets (JPY/CNY Focus)
- July 29, 2026
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Japan’s ispace to Utilize Domestic H3 Rocket for 2028 Lunar Mission
TOKYO – Japanese lunar exploration startup ispace announced on Wednesday its strategic decision to employ the nation’s H3 heavy-lift rocket for its ambitious lunar lander mission scheduled for 2028. This…
