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The world’s largest carmaker makes reliable hybrids but lags far behind in zero emissions technology
Finance chief Totoki’s promotion makes him natural successor to Yoshida as chief of media and tech conglomerate
Good companies and a rising yen should tempt investors
Both sides feel bitter they may have given up too much for a new ‘equal’ relationship
Agreement aims to close bitter chapter following arrest of former boss Carlos Ghosn in 2018
More businesses cite geopolitics, economic security or regulatory change as key risk
Mass tech lay-offs in the US have triggered an unlikely rethink of Japan’s corporate culture
Deal marks significant step in Washington’s efforts to limit rival’s efforts to develop its semiconductor industry
China is vital market for lower-tech chip machinery makers such as Nikon and Tokyo Electron
Koji Sato, head of company’s luxury Lexus unit, to take over
Fund points to ‘significant upside risks’ to inflation and calls for flexible approach to controlling bond yields
Haruhiko Kuroda’s successor must steer economy towards interest rate normalisation
Activist investor is giving the Japanese manufacturer the publicity it badly needs
As the cost of living continues to rise, find out how much inflation could affect your personal finances
Fund aims to unlock value in critical EV battery parts supplier Dai Nippon Printing
The country’s glasses remain unmatched. We find out why
Expanded lending package gives central bank a boost in struggle to contain government debt yields
All-time record sales last year at local chains suggest the sector is not finished yet
Salary increases by big companies offer potential escape from deflation and low growth
As the country recovers from the pandemic, screen-oriented activities hold less appeal
4% price growth reading comes days after Bank of Japan stood by yield curve controls
Trouble ahead?
Kuroda, or his successor, must solve challenges around yield curve control
Maintaining ultra-loose monetary policy for now merely defers the euthanasia of persistently unprofitable companies
Still, keep an eye on the Japanese bond bid
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