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japan economy

Japan’s overseas wealth grows, but global rank drops as rivals surge ahead

May 26, 2026

Japan still holds the biggest pile of money invested abroad, but its spot in the global ranking just slipped—again. In 2025, the country’s net external assets, which include everything from stocks and bonds to property overseas, hit a new high of 561. 75 trillion yen ($3. 53 trillion). That’s up 4.

technology

Japan's quiet chip powerhouse steps into the AI spotlight

May 19, 2026

For four decades, Toto has quietly supplied essential parts for the world's chipmakers. Known mostly for high-tech toilets, the Japanese giant operates a lesser-known division that produces the tiny ceramic holders used in memory chip production. When Allbirds shocked markets by rebranding as an AI

business

Japan's Economy Shows Strength Despite Global Challenges

December 1, 2025

Japan's economy is showing signs of resilience. In the third quarter of the year, companies in Japan spent more on buildings and equipment. This spending went up by 2. 9% compared to the same time last year. This is good news because it shows that the economy is still strong, even with challenges li

business

Global Markets Stir as U.S. Debate and Economic Data Shape the Future

September 11, 2024

As the world holds its breath for the U.S. presidential debate, Asian markets are reeling from key economic data. In South Korea, unemployment plummeted to a historic low of 2.4%, a feat not seen since 1999. But in Japan, business confidence among manufacturers took a seven-month hit, according