Japan's Unemployment Rate Rises

Japan's unemployment rate rose to 2.7% in January, according to the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications. Experts are analyzing the causes of this rise and its impact on the economy.

Japan's unemployment rate rose to 2.7% in January, according to the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications, announced on Tuesday. This increase marks a significant shift in Japan's labor market. The ministry also released data on other economic indicators. Experts are analyzing the causes of the unemployment rise and its impact on the country's economy. The government is expected to take measures to stabilize the situation.

Latest news

See all news

2026-03-02T04:15:36+00:00

Japan's Nikkei Index Falls Amid Middle East Conflict

Japan's Nikkei index fell on Monday as investors assessed the implications of the military conflict in the Middle East, which has led to rising oil prices and could impact the country's economy.

Economy Politics Country

2026-02-27T19:39:29+00:00

Pokémon: From Video Game to Global Phenomenon

Pokémon is one of the most successful entertainment brands in the world, starting in 1996 with two games from Nintendo. Today it is a multimedia universe with anime, movies, games, and cards, featuring over 1,000 creatures.

Economy Events Country

2026-02-27T07:28:31+00:00

Toyota plans $19 billion stock sale

Two sources reported on Toyota's plans for a broad sell-off of bank and insurance company shares worth about $19 billion, which could be a turning point in corporate governance reform in Japan.

Economy Politics Country

2026-02-27T07:27:44+00:00

Nintendo to Reduce Stakes in Partner Banks

Nintendo plans to reduce its strategic stakes in shares owned by partner banks, worth about 300 billion yen ($1.9 billion). This is reported citing three informed sources.

Economy Country