Japan
What Singapore’s property developers can learn from Japan’s Azabudai Hills
The US$4b development seeks to become an international hub for foreigners and VCs.
What Singapore’s property developers can learn from Japan’s Azabudai Hills
The US$4b development seeks to become an international hub for foreigners and VCs.
Tokyo seeks “friendliest city” title for local, foreign startups
It looks to increase its number of unicorns and startups tenfold over the next 5 years.
Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation wins SBR Technology Excellence Awards 2022
Leading global financial institution SMBC successfully launched a digital solution to support its customers and other stakeholders with onboarding and accelerating their decarbonisation journey.
Japanese firms embrace technological advancements to make positive impact
Azbil Corporation strengthens businesses in the Asia Pacific with a focus on the UN's SDGs; whilst Kyowa Kirin's cutting-edge science raises health and well-being through innovative specialty drugs.
Raffles Medical Group launches first app-based COVID-19 test booking
Travellers can book their PCR tests ahead of travel plans.
SingPost posts 42.1% profit plunge in H1 FY2020
Rising international conveyance costs triggered the fall.
Frasers Hospitality opens Fraser Suites Akasaka in Tokyo
A special opening discount of up to 40% is being offered.
Olam unit secures samurai loan facility of $324.08m
Olam Treasury aims to refinance existing loans and general corporate purposes.
Far East Hospitality opens hotel in Tokyo
It has an opening promotion of 15% discount with a complimentary late check-out.
Japan's GDP growth could contract 5.2%
Economy activity is expected to suffer despite restrictions being lifted in prefectures.
Japan's budget deficit to expand to 7.4% in FY2020
The Olympics’ postponement will drag on tourism and consumption revenues.
MUFG-Grab deal shows Japanese banks' curiosity in SEA
But Fitch warns it could lead to higher costs and put pressure on profits.
Japan's GDP growth contracted 0.1% in Q3
Declines in private inventories significantly dragged on growth.
Credit Saison launches international CVC arm
It plans to invest $74.8m into India and Southeast Asia.
Tokyo aces rankings for world's greenest commutes
It has the highest number of walkers than any other city in the world.
Japan's building sector to grow 0.4% annually from 2019-2023
Urban redevelopment projects will drive growth amidst shrinking housing demand.
Japan's current account surplus to narrow to 3.2% of 2019 GDP
Export growth is expected to drop 1.2% this year.
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