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Stock Index Futures Climb as Chipmakers Extend Rebound, Earnings in Focus

September S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESU26) are up +0.57%, and September Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQU26) are up +1.39% this morning, pointing to a higher open on Wall Street as a rebound in chipmakers gained momentum.

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JPMorgan, other US banks set to help finance Japan's $550 billion US investment plan, sources say

JPMorgan and other US banks are close to agreeing on financing support for projects under Japan’s $550 billion US investment pledge, according to sources. The move could help Tokyo fulfil commitments made to President Donald Trump, as Japanese banks face challenges in funding large dollar-based infrastructure projects. Japan has announced…

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JPMorgan, other US banks set to help finance Japan's $550 billion US investment plan, say sources

US banks like JPMorgan are nearing financing agreements for Japan's investment pledge. Japanese banks face high costs for dollar funding, limiting their participation. Tokyo seeks to fulfill commitments made to the US government regarding these investments. Only a fraction of the needed financing has been secured for initial projects. Discussions…

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Japan bond jitters overshadow Takaichi's first economic policy roadmap

Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's economic blueprint promises increased investment in growth areas. Market concerns persist regarding potential government interference in monetary policy decisions. Bond yields have risen, reflecting worries about Japan's substantial national debt. The administration adjusted its blueprint language to clarify the Bank of Japan's policy-setting independence. This focus…

The Economic Times

Global Market: Japan's Takaichi unveils growth blueprint, reiterates investment push amid bond market concerns

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi unveiled her first economic blueprint, promising stronger investment in strategic industries while reaffirming the Bank of Japan's monetary policy independence. The plan comes as rising bond yields and investor concerns over fiscal spending and political influence on the BOJ keep markets on edge.

The Economic Times

Japan revises imperial law for sustainable system, keeps male-line throne

Japan's parliament on Friday revised the Imperial House Law to address the issue of the shrinking royal family, while retaining the long-standing male-only succession system, despite public support for female emperors.

Bangkok Post

Japan enacts law to punish national flag vandals. Opponents say it's a threat to free speech

Japan on Friday enacted a controversial new law prohibiting desecration of the national flag, a key right-wing agenda pushed by Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi

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Japan relaxes royal succession law but women still can’t become emperors

New measures will also allow princesses to keep their royal status if they marry a commoner

The Independent UK

Japan changes imperial succession law but keeps ban on female emperor

Japan's parliament on Friday enacted changes to imperial succession rules, allowing male distant relatives to rejoin the imperial family and women to retain royal status after marrying commoners. The legislation, however, keeps the ban on female emperors despite opinion polls showing broad public support for allowing women to ascend the…

France 24

Japan's imperial family is diminishing. Plan for male-only succession could make it worse

A law set to pass Friday by Japan’s parliament could doom its 1,500-year-old hereditary institution by insisting that only men can be emperor, sparking worry about the shrinking, fast-aging imperial family

The Independent UK

‘Den of spies’: why has Japan been easy prey for Russian espionage, and what is Tokyo doing about it?

Postwar rules limit state collection of intelligence and prosecution of illegal operatives, but the government of Sanae Takaichi is beefing up its capabilities

The Guardian - AU

Japan, China coast guard ships face off near disputed East China Sea islands

Japanese and Chinese coast guard ships confronted each other near disputed islands Tuesday. Each nation claimed to have expelled the other's vessels from their territorial waters. The incident occurred near uninhabited islands claimed by both Japan and China. This maritime encounter follows recent diplomatic tensions between the two nations. Both…

The Economic Times

Global Market: Japan reassures markets over BOJ independence, fiscal reforms

Japan sought to reassure financial markets that it remains committed to fiscal discipline after concerns over its latest economic policy blueprint pushed government bond yields to multi-decade highs. The government denied it was pressuring the Bank of Japan to keep interest rates low and reiterated support for central bank independence.

The Economic Times

Stronger India-Japan MSME collaboration can boost electronics, software exports: ESC India

The bilateral partnership can unlock opportunities for MSMEs in AI, electronics, software exports, and semiconductors, says Gurmeet Singh, Executive Director of ESC India.

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China's warning reveals what really happened at Modi-Takaichi summit

India and Japan's recent summit in Delhi has sparked concern in Beijing. Agreements on defense, critical minerals, and AI signal a strategic shift, prompting China to caution against "exclusive small groupings." The summit's focus on economic security, diversified supply chains, and defense co-development, particularly the UNICORN project, directly challenges China's…

The Economic Times

India-Japan ties should not target third party: China on Japanese PM Sanae Takaichi's visit to Delhi

China has voiced concerns over bilateral cooperation that could target third parties, following India and Japan's announcement of landmark initiatives including economic and defense pacts. Beijing emphasized that such partnerships should foster regional understanding and stability, not division. The joint statement also expressed worry over the East and South China…

The Economic Times

Maruti's plant inauguration by PMs of India, Japan 'greatest possible honour': T Suzuki

Suzuki Motor Corporation President Toshihiro Suzuki expressed immense honor as Indian and Japanese Prime Ministers virtually inaugurated Maruti Suzuki's new Kharkhoda plant. This significant event underscores a deepened commitment to "Viksit Bharat," with a focus on human development. Suzuki emphasized this by visiting skill development and road safety institutes, highlighting…

The Independent UK

Japan’s Takaichi says she looks up to Modi as an ‘elder brother’ as they sign over 100 agreements

Japanese companies ready to invest around two trillion yen in India through approximately 120 business agreements

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Beyond China, beyond tariffs: India, Japan look to MSMEs to turn strategic ties into factory-floor partnerships

As Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi visits India, industry sees the biggest opportunity not in tariff concessions but in supplier ecosystems, technology transfer, and MSME-to-MSME partnerships that can reshape manufacturing.

The Economic Times

Maruti Suzuki's Kharkhoda facility inaugurated by PM Modi, Japanese PM Sanae Takaichi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Japanese counterpart Sanae Takaichi virtually inaugurated Maruti Suzuki's advanced fourth manufacturing facility in Kharkhoda, Haryana. This plant, set to become one of the world's largest with a capacity of one million units, signifies a major boost for the 'Make-in-India' initiative and the India-Japan partnership. Suzuki…

The Economic Times

India-Japan Summit: PM Modi calls Takaichi his 'younger sister'

Prime Minister Narendra Modi warmly welcomed Japanese counterpart Sanae Takaichi, referring to her as his "younger sister" during their joint press meet. The leaders reaffirmed India and Japan's Special Strategic and Global Partnership, unveiling initiatives to deepen bilateral cooperation. Takaichi reciprocated the sentiment, emphasizing a brother-sister bond in their shared…

The Economic Times

‘Weaponised economies’: India, Japan move to fortify supply chains

Japan sees substantial prospects for enhanced collaboration with India on robust supply chains and the Indo-Pacific, acknowledging New Delhi's increasing economic influence. Both nations are grappling with the "weaponisation of economies," making supply chain diversification a mutual priority. This shared challenge presents significant avenues for bilateral cooperation, particularly concerning the…

The Economic Times

PM Modi, Japan PM Takaichi jointly inaugurate Maruti Suzuki's Kharkhoda plant

Prime Minister Modi and his Japanese counterpart inaugurated Maruti Suzuki's expansive new manufacturing facility in Haryana, a significant investment bolstering India's automotive sector. This advanced plant, built with Industry 5.0 technologies and a focus on sustainability, marks a key step in the 'Make in India, Make for the World' initiative.…

The Independent UK

India's Modi and Japan’s Takaichi expand defense and economic security ties

Japan and India have announced new agreements to deepen cooperation in defense,economic and maritime security, and artificial intelligence

The Economic Times

PM Modi, Takaichi deepen India-Japan ties with AI, defence and multi-billion dollar bilateral roadmap

India and Japan have forged a robust partnership, pledging over $10 billion in new Japanese investments and setting a ¥10 trillion target for the next decade. Leaders agreed to deepen cooperation in AI, defense, energy, and next-generation mobility, alongside critical areas like semiconductors and resilient supply chains. This significant collaboration…

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