Japan
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financeMUFG Bank Seeks Partners to Share Buyout Financing Risk
MUFG Bank is actively searching for financing partners, including insurers and private credit funds, to mitigate risk on large corporate deals and leveraged buyouts in Japan.
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financeActivist Investors Gain Traction in Japan's Evolving Market
Activist investors are increasingly targeting Japanese companies, leveraging recent successes and corporate governance reforms to drive change and unlock shareholder value.
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worldJapan Issues Tsunami Advisory After Magnitude 7.5 Quake Off Northern Coast
A magnitude 7.5 earthquake struck Japan's northern coast, prompting a tsunami advisory. Authorities urge preparedness, but no major damage or injuries have been reported.
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financeInflation Steady: BOJ Rate Hike Bets Collapse
Japanese inflation expectations remain stable, leading to the collapse of bets on a Bank of Japan interest rate change in April.
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worldPowerful 7.5 Magnitude Earthquake Hits Northern Japan, Tsunami Warnings Issued
A strong 7.5 magnitude earthquake jolted northern Japan, prompting tsunami warnings for coastal areas. The tremor was felt as far as Tokyo.
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techJapan Bets on 'Physical AI' in Race Against China's Humanoid Robots
Japan aims to lead in humanoid robotics by focusing on advanced software and data infrastructure to compete with China's manufacturing prowess.
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worldAustralia, Japan Finalize $6 Billion Stealth Frigate Deal
Australia secures its first foreign-built warships, acquiring advanced stealth frigates from Japan to bolster naval power and regional deterrence.
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healthJapan Releases 50 Million Medical Gloves Amid Middle East Conflict Fallout
Japan is releasing 50 million medical gloves from its stockpile to address shortages faced by medical facilities, impacted by the Middle East war and resulting oil supply chain disruptions.