Automobiles
China overtakes Japan in auto exports with boost from EVs
Japan loses crown for 1st time in seven years amid BYD's rise
Companies
Corporate Japan's profits surge on price hikes, tourism
ANA, Disneyland operator report strong traffic despite higher ticket prices
Bank of Japan
When will BOJ end negative rates? Policymakers eye March or April
Minutes from January meeting show more optimism going into Japan wage hike season
Economy
China gold purchases soar 30% on economic anxiety
Central bank and individual investors seek stability amid geopolitical risks
Economy
China factory activity shrinks less sharply ahead of Lunar New Year
PMI remains in contraction at 49.2; Hong Kong GDP accelerates thanks to mainland tourists
Economy
Resilient China and U.S. lift IMF global economic outlook for 2024
Growth forecasts also upgraded for India, ASEAN-5 but cut for Japan
Opinion
Cooling inflation is brightening Asia's economic outlook
Policymakers should seize chance for fiscal consolidation
Haruhiko Kuroda
The introduction of QQE: Haruhiko Kuroda (23)
Kuroda takes over at the BOJ and embarks on unprecedented monetary easing
Bank of Japan
Bank of Japan sets stage for normalization with 3rd stealth taper
Bond purchases fall to lowest in almost 2 years as yield curve control eases
Politics
Embattled Japanese PM Kishida faces political crossroads in April
U.S. trip, BOJ policy meeting and by-elections loom as LDP scandal erodes trust
Commodities
Iran's oil exports reach 5-year high, with China as top buyer
Rising supply from sanctions-hit country tamps down prices amid tensions
Economy
Singapore's investment pledges from U.S., China dropped in 2023
Total commitment falls 44% amid 'challenging' global environment
Politics
Kishida vows to spur Japan workers' incomes above inflation
PM calls boosting economy 'greatest mission,' says LDP 'must change' after scandal
Markets
Japan firms' share buybacks expanded to a record $65bn in 2023
Swollen surplus funds were actively used to boost returns to shareholders
Haruhiko Kuroda
The Global Financial Crisis: Haruhiko Kuroda (22)
Kuroda heads to Europe, U.S. to gain support for ADB's 200% capital increase
Caixin
China's debt-to-GDP ratio climbs to record 287.8% in 2023
Macro leverage ratio rises 13.5 percentage points from year earlier
Startups
VCs' funding capacity for Japan startups soars to record $9.7bn
Year-end total of 'dry powder' cash reserves has risen by seven times in decade
Haruhiko Kuroda
Strategy 2020 at the ADB: Haruhiko Kuroda (21)
Kuroda makes major changes to the bank's long-term strategy
Caixin
Beijing government repays bond 17 years early to save on interest
City cut interest costs by 70% in 2023 by paying off debt before maturity
Technology
Japan to allow 5G access for drones, paving way for high-res video
Sharper images seen aiding disaster relief and infrastructure inspections
Politics
Japan PM Kishida's approval rating remains near record low: Nikkei
LDP faction leaders should be punished over fundraising scandal, 71% of respondents say
Caixin
Some 40% of Chinese children face obesity by 2030, study finds
Experts call for 20% tax on sugary drinks to combat rising health costs
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Datawatch
Nonregular workers struggle to go full-time in labor-scarce Japan
Only 7.4% of fixed-term employees landed secure jobs in 2022
Trade
China's industry minister seeks Japan cooperation in chips, autos
Japanese business leaders call for flexible cross-border data controls