Daiichi Life plans to implement stricter criteria for selecting private credit managers, citing concerns over corporate borrower bankruptcies in the U.S. and their potential impact on Japanese firms' investment decisions.

Despite a student-favorable job market for next spring's graduates, some major Japanese companies are reducing new graduate recruitment, citing increased operational efficiency due to AI implementation.

Large Japanese firms are backing a new venture capital fund targeting African startups, reflecting growing interest in African companies due to Japan's shrinking domestic market and low interest rates.

Leading Japanese companies are preparing to offer substantial pay raises to employees, while also closely monitoring the ongoing conflict in Iran.

Ramaco Resources is reportedly in discussions with several Japanese firms regarding the supply of rare earth elements, as reported by Bloomberg.

Amid a nationwide driver shortage, Japanese firms like Toyota and Docomo are investing in autonomous driving to alleviate local transport challenges, emphasizing safety and cost reduction for broad adoption.

China's Commerce Ministry says the move against Japanese firms will prevent the remilitarisation of Japan.

China has imposed export bans on several Japanese firms.

Japan's Mitsubishi Estate and Shimizu Corporation are collaborating to construct a new food logistics plant in Singapore.

Japanese firms are increasingly offering pet-friendly benefits to help employees balance work responsibilities with animal care.

Several Japanese companies are reportedly weighing the possibility of merging their power chip businesses, a move that could consolidate the industry.

Preliminary data from Japan's top union group indicates that Japanese companies have agreed to an average wage increase of 5.26% for their employees.

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Sources indicate that Japan and the United States are aiming to include a nuclear power project in a substantial $550 billion investment package, potentially involving Japanese firms like Mitsubishi Heavy Industries and Toshiba.

Japanese companies have started holding job seminars for 2027 graduates, driven by intense competition for science and engineering talent due to the rapid spread of artificial intelligence technology.

China has implemented export bans targeting several Japanese companies, escalating trade tensions between the two nations.

China has reportedly blacklisted 40 Japanese firms to curb Tokyo's rearmament plans, also scrutinizing Japan's alleged 'nuclear ambitions'.

An increasing number of Japanese companies are offering enhanced benefits to support parents whose children fall ill, addressing challenges faced by employees returning from parental leave.

Japanese companies have reduced share buybacks for the first time since 2020, a move attributed to uncertainty surrounding U.S. tariff policy under the Trump administration, prompting firms to conserve cash.

China's Ministry of Commerce (MOFCOM) has responded to inquiries regarding its intentions to promote economic ties with Japanese firms.

Foreign-led development is drawing Japanese firms to the Niigata ski resort of Myoko, indicating a boost in tourism and business interest in the region.

The number of operating Japanese firms was highest in the United Arab Emirates, at 709, followed by 473 in Israel.

Capital expenditure on goods excluding software reportedly rose 4% from the previous quarter in the three months through December, after outlays were flat in the summer.

Optimum Solutions and ABeam Consulting have jointly opened a Global Capability Center (GCC) in Hyderabad, focusing on digital transformation projects for Japanese firms.

By Mary Yang with Tomohiro Osaki in Tokyo China imposed export restrictions on 40 Japanese companies on Tuesday, citing national security concerns, as Beijing escalated a months-long row that has seen Chinese tourism to Japan plummet. The spat between Asia’s top two economies was sparked by comments by Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi in November that […]

China's Ministry of Commerce has taken action against 40 Japanese companies and organizations, justifying the decision by stating their ties to the military pose a threat to national security.