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Enterprise

Sony in Talks to Acquire Kadokawa, Stock Price Soars 23%

Sony Group is in talks to acquire Kadokawa, with a potential deal in weeks, causing Kadokawa's stock price to surge by 23% on November 19th.
Enterprise

Japan to Invest 200 Billion Yen in Rapidus for Next-Gen Semiconductor Production

The Japanese government will invest 200B yen in Rapidus by 2025, boosting semiconductor production and attracting private funding.
Global Economy

Nvidia Posts Record Revenue with 94% Growth Amid Generative AI Demand

Nvidia's Q3 2024 revenue soared 94% to $35.1B, driven by generative AI demand. Net profit also more than doubled to $19.39B.
Enterprise

Big Motor Fraud Scandal: 80,000 Cases and Billions in Compensation Predicted

BALM reveals up to 80,000 fraud cases at Big Motor, with billions in compensation and refunds expected for customers and insurers.
Japanese economy

Cabbage Prices Triple Amid Heatwave, Consumers and Restaurants Struggling

Cabbage prices have soared to three times the average, impacting consumers and restaurants. High prices expected to last until mid-December.
Japanese economy

Japan’s Economic Growth Leads G7 Despite ‘Lost Thirty Years’ Stagnation

Despite Japan's "Lost Thirty Years" and economic stagnation, its growth rate has been the highest among G7 countries, with experts analyzing the reasons behind this unexpected result.
economy

Sony in Talks to Acquire Kadokawa, Deal Expected Within Weeks

Sony is in talks to acquire Kadokawa, with a deal expected within weeks if negotiations succeed. Both companies have dec...
Global Economy

China may retaliate if Trump imposes a 60% tariff on imports

A former Chinese central bank official warned of retaliation if Trump imposes a 60% tariff on Chinese imports. China hol...
economy

Solar panel industry faces overproduction, price wars, and major losses

The solar panel industry is facing severe overproduction and price wars, causing major losses for companies like Longji ...
economy

Ueda said the additional interest rate hike will support long-term growth

Bank of Japan Governor Ueda signaled gradual interest rate hikes to support long-term growth, while monitoring overseas ...
economy

“Lock opening” rescue business – the reality of high charges

Lock-opening services often advertise low fees online but charge high amounts afterward. Cases from Kanto and Kansai rep...
economy

Mercari announces plans to review and strengthen customer support system

Mercari apologized for customer support issues, pledging to enhance its support system and anti-fraud measures after com...