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Tokyo Metro’s IPO could drive momentum in the Japanese market as Chinese listings dry up
In Japan’s biggest initial public offering in six years, Tokyo Metro raised 348.6 billion yen ($2.3 billion) after pricing its…
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Wreck of WWII ‘Ghost Ship of the Pacific’ discovered off California in ‘exceptional’ condition
The wreck of what was once known as the mysterious “the Ghost Ship of the Pacific” that fought on both…
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Despite the yen’s plunge, currency experts aren’t rethinking Japan’s hiking cycle
Japanese 10,000 yen banknotes arranged in Tokyo, Japan, on Saturday, Oct. 7, 2023. Shoko Takayasu, Bloomberg | Bloomberg | Getty…
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Science meets fashion: how Uniqlo is changing Europe’s high street
From its compact viral bum bag to its high-tech heat vests, Uniqlo is a prominent player on Europe’s high streets.…
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Japan’s next prime minister is a career dissenter, but experts doubt he can govern as one
Newly-elected leader and sitting chairperson of the Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) Shigeru Ishiba speaks during a press conference following his…
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Here’s why Japan’s stocks are plunging after Shigeru Ishiba’s win
Skyline of Tokyo, Japan. Jackyenjoyphotography | Moment | Getty Images Japan’s Nikkei 225 tumbled over 4% on Monday, following a…
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‘Golden Week’ bookings show Chinese travel preferences are evolving
Outbound travel from China is set to receive a much-anticipated jolt as “Golden Week” bookings show changes in where and…
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CNBC Daily Open: More all-time highs? Yes please
Traders work on the floor of the NYSE. NYSE This report is from today’s CNBC Daily Open, our international markets…
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European stocks higher as mining stocks lead gains; Swiss central bank cuts rates
City of London skyline on 10th June 2024 in London, United Kingdom. The City of London is a city, ceremonial…
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Japan’s largest rice shortage in years is exacerbated by sushi-hungry tourists, weather
A plate of nigiri sushi. Newsday Llc | Newsday | Getty Images Sushi, onigiri and yakitori don — Japanese rice…
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