The Japan Times
Japan · English · Newspaper
A Japanese English-language newspaper covering business and economic news, with a focus on corporate developments, financial regulations, and international business relations.
- Top beat: Business
- Tracked since 2026
- 8 Japan peers
Latest stories
- As Europe roasts in a heat wave, Asia’s air-con makers see robust businessAs Europe faces a heat wave, Asian air conditioner manufacturers experience increased sales due to higher demand in European markets.
- Japan unveils multiyear framework as part of budget reformJapan unveils a multiyear budget framework to enhance growth through strategic investments and fiscal reforms, aiming to improve transparency and reduce debt.
- Ghosn says calls for his Nissan return show investor anger over resultsCarlos Ghosn said shareholder demands for his return reflect frustration with Nissan's failed turnaround efforts, blaming the company's leadership for mismanaging the business since his 2018 ouster.
- Kioxia plans new U.S. listing in spring, stock split at homeKioxia Holdings plans a U.S. listing in spring 2027 and a domestic stock split amid strong demand for AI-related memory products.
- Japan’s government blueprint nudges BOJ to fuel demand, clouding rates pathJapan's government draft economic blueprint pushes the Bank of Japan to maintain low rates and support private demand, creating potential policy tensions as the BOJ exits ultra-loose policy.
- Hajime Moriyasu praises Japan’s teamwork as squad eyes spot in knockout stageJapan's team unity and adaptability helped them approach the World Cup knockout stage despite key player injuries, with Hajime Moriyasu focusing on winning against Sweden to secure a top group position.
- U.S. defense firm Anduril in talks for Nissan plant to build drones in Japan, sources sayU.S. defense firm Anduril is in talks to acquire Nissan's Oppama plant in Japan to build military drones, potentially transforming the site into an arms-making hub amid growing security concerns.
- Anthropic accuses Alibaba of ‘illicitly’ accessing AI modelsAnthropic accused Alibaba of using fraudulent accounts to access its AI model and criticized Chinese companies for using adversarial distillation to develop rival systems at lower costs.
- Shohei Ohtani delivers on mound, at plate as Dodgers sweep TwinsShohei Ohtani contributed on the mound and at the plate as the Dodgers defeated the Twins 4-3, completing a three-game sweep.
- Brent oil erases wartime gains as Hormuz reopening boosts supplyBrent oil erased wartime gains as supply through Strait of Hormuz increased, leading to price declines. U.S.-Iran talks progress boosted supply, but challenges remain including potential Iranian toll fees and inventory replenishment needs.
- Thai stock market thriving as surprise beneficiary of AI boomThailand's stock market is thriving as investors gain exposure to the AI boom through companies like Delta Electronics, which has seen significant growth and now holds a major position in the market.
- Sony Pictures invests $100 million in giant-screen startup CosmSony Pictures invests $100 million in Cosm, a startup operating large-screen theaters that provide immersive and social experiences, with plans to expand to new locations and screen both films and sports events.
- Rate hikes needed every few months, hawkish BOJ board member saysA hawkish Bank of Japan board member advocates for frequent interest rate hikes toward a 2% neutral level, citing inflation risks and geopolitical factors, while the central bank maintains its rate increase strategy without clear timing for next moves.
- Carlo Ancelotti praises Vinicius Junior as Brazil tops Scotland to win Group CBrazil defeated Scotland 3-0 in the World Cup, with Vinicius Junior scoring twice and receiving praise from coach Carlo Ancelotti, helping Brazil advance as Group C winners.
- Sweden coach Graham Potter says team has to defend better against JapanSweden coach Graham Potter urges better defense against Japan ahead of their World Cup match, as Japan remains unbeaten in group stage matches.