Business Jul 27, 2021

China crackdown rocks investors: ‘Everybody’s in the crosshairs’

With losses in Chinese tech and education exceeding $1 trillion, investors question where regulators might strike next.

Business Jun 14, 2021

After the pandemic, a wave of spending by older consumers

Money managers see huge pent-up demand from wealthy older people for medical services and luxury goods.

Business / Financial Markets Aug 31, 2020

Japan stocks a buy for funds betting on Abenomics continuity

The central bank is going to continue with its current monetary easing to meet its objectives despite Abe’s resignation, according to people familiar with the matter.

Business / Corporate Sep 3, 2019

Japan Inc. sitting on ¥506.4 trillion mountain of cash

In banks across Japan sits a pile of money that's bigger than most countries' gross domestic product — the cash reserves of the nation's companies. For some it's a testament to their strength, but to many it's a wasted opportunity. Firms listed in Japan held ...