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Economy Country 2026-02-26T04:19:48+00:00

Japanese Nikkei 225 Index Hits New Record

The Japanese Nikkei 225 index hit a new record on Thursday, driven by 'Takaichi deals', while Asian and Pacific markets rose overall.

Japanese Nikkei 225 Index Hits New Record

The Japanese Nikkei 225 index hit a new record on Thursday, driven by 'Takaichi deals', while Asian and Pacific markets rose overall.

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Nippon Steel Sets Record with Bond Issuance
2026-02-26T01:44:09+00:00

Nippon Steel Sets Record with Bond Issuance

Japan's largest steelmaker raised 600 billion yen via convertible bonds, exceeding expectations. Funds will repay loans for US Steel acquisition, reflecting a trend for cheaper financing.
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Japan's PM Sanae Takaichi under fire over gifts scandal
2026-02-25T16:39:38+00:00

Japan's PM Sanae Takaichi under fire over gifts scandal

Japan's PM Sanae Takaichi admitted her party distributed gifts worth tens of thousands of yen to lawmakers, sparking criticism from the opposition and allegations of law violations. This scandal comes amid existing public distrust of the ruling party.
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Japanese Yen Falls After PM's Remarks on Interest Rates
2026-02-24T19:41:56+00:00

Japanese Yen Falls After PM's Remarks on Interest Rates

The Japanese yen fell on Tuesday after a news report stated that Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi expressed her reservations against further interest rate hikes by Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda.
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Japanese Teens Use AI to Create 'Before and After' Plastic Surgery Photos
2026-02-23T21:30:42+00:00

Japanese Teens Use AI to Create 'Before and After' Plastic Surgery Photos

A new trend among Japanese girls: using artificial intelligence to create images showing changes in appearance after plastic surgery. This practice is gaining popularity on social media and sparking debates about beauty standards.
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