Japanese Stocks Start 2006 Higher; Canon, Honda Gain After Fed Rate Signal
January 3, 20064 (Bloomberg) -- Japanese stocks started 2006 higher after the Federal Reserve signaled that it may soon stop increasing borrowing costs in the U.S., Japan's biggest export market. Canon Inc. and Honda Motor Co. paced the advance. ''
World's Largest Bank Opens in Japan
January 3, 2006TOKYO -- The Bank of Tokyo-Mitsubishi UFJ, which just became the world's largest bank, opened for business Wednesday with a tape-cutting ceremony at Tokyo headquarters.The merger of Mitsubishi Tokyo Financial Group Inc. and UFJ Holdings Inc.
Nintendo Sells 10M Handheld Game Systems
January 3, 2006REDMOND, Wash. Jan 3, 2006 - Nintendo Co. said Tuesday that it has sold about 10 million of its Nintendo DS handheld game systems worldwide, including about 4 million in North America and more than 5 million in Japan.
Nintendo Sells 10M Handheld Game Systems
January 3, 2006REDMOND, Wash. -- Nintendo Co.
Tokyo Stocks Advance; Dollar Lower Vs Yen
January 3, 2006TOKYO -- Tokyo stocks advanced as the year's first trading session opened Wednesday following robust holiday-season sales.
Nintendo DS sales hit 10 million worldwide
January 3, 2006LOS ANGELES (Reuters) - Nintendo Co. Ltd said on Tuesday worldwide sales of its Nintendo DS portable video game player have hit 10 million worldwide, with about 4 million sales coming from the United States.
Singer McKay splits with Sony after public spat
January 3, 2006NEW YORK (Reuters) - Singer-songwriter Nellie McKay on Tuesday said she split with Sony after a dispute with the record company over its plans for the her album 'Pretty Little Head,' which had been due for release this week.
Sony helps retailers revolutionise the shopping experience
January 3, 2006At Screen Expo, retail marketers can experience Sony's complete range of digital solutions that are destined to increase a shop's revenues and optimise the layout of shop floors.
Japan's Bonds Advance on Speculation Yen Gain to Keep Consumer Prices Low
January 3, 20064 (Bloomberg) -- Japan's government bonds gained, pushing 10-year yields to the lowest in more than a month, after the yen advanced against the dollar to the highest in two weeks.
Tokyo-based activist and singer to release U.S. debut album
January 3, 2006Agnes Chan leads many lives: singer, actress, child-rights activist, academic, a mother of three. All of those roles come together in her U.S.
Nintendo Sells 10M Handheld Game Systems
January 3, 2006Nintendo Sells 10M Handheld Game Systems Nintendo Says It Has Sold About 10 Million DS Handheld Game Systems Worldwide The Associated Press REDMOND, Wash. - Nintendo Co.
Japan out to boost ties with India and Pakistan
January 3, 2006Extract not available.
World's Largest Bank Opens in Japan
January 3, 2006TOKYO The Bank of Tokyo-Mitsubishi UFJ, which just became the world's largest bank, opened for business Wednesday with a tape-cutting ceremony at Tokyo headquarters. The merger of Mitsubishi Tokyo Financial Group Inc. and UFJ Holdings Inc.
Asia University wins 1st Tokyo-Hakone ekiden title
January 3, 2006Asia, which was in sixth place after the first day, prevailed in the 217.9-kilometer round-trip race between Tokyo and the hot spring resort of Hakone in Kanagawa Prefecture with a winning time of 11 hours, 9 minutes, 26 seconds.
DoCoMo to invest in Philippines firm
January 3, 2006DoCoMo is to invest some $300 million in the Philippines top carrier, Philippine Long Distance Telephone (PLDT), President Gloria Arroyo announced Tuesday.
World's Largest Bank Opens in Japan
January 3, 2006World's Largest Bank Opens in Japan TOKYO (AP) -- The Bank of Tokyo-Mitsubishi UFJ, which just became the world's largest bank, opened for business Wednesday with a tape-cutting ceremony at Tokyo headquarters.
Japan's steel giants plan GBP3bn boost to capacity
January 3, 2006The plans to boost capacity will solidify Japan's position ahead of Russia as the world's biggest exporter of steel. It exports more than the United States, Britain, China and South Korea put together already.
Japanese Stocks Start 2006 Higher; Canon, Honda, Mitsubishi UFJ Advance
January 3, 20064 (Bloomberg) -- Japanese stocks started 2006 higher after the Federal Reserve signaled that it may soon stop increasing borrowing costs in the U.S., Japan's biggest export market. Canon Inc. and Honda Motor Co. paced the advance. ''
Asahi poll: 76% say yes, their daily lives are meaningful
January 3, 2006When asked if their daily lives were meaningful, 76 percent of those polled by The Asahi Shimbun said yes.
Nintendo says it has sold about 10 million DS systems worldwide
January 3, 2006REDMOND, Wash. ( AP) - Nintendo Co. said Tuesday that it has sold about 10 million of its Nintendo DS handheld game systems worldwide, including about 4 million in North America and more than 5 million in Japan.
New York unchanged, Tokyo down
January 3, 2006NEW YORK: the Dow Jones closed unchanged at 10717.5. ,
Tokyo Stocks Advance; Dollar Lower Vs Yen
January 3, 2006TOKYO Tokyo stocks advanced as the year's first trading session opened Wednesday following robust holiday-season sales. The dollar was lower against the Japanese yen.
Mitsubishi UFJ Says It May Acquire Stake in Chinese Bank; No Decision Yet
January 3, 20064 (Bloomberg) -- Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group Inc., the world's largest bank by assets, said it may buy a stake in a Chinese bank. ''
Japanese Stocks Start 2006 Higher; Canon, Honda Pace Gain, Isetan Jumps
January 3, 20064 (Bloomberg) -- Japanese stocks started 2006 higher, after the Federal Reserve signaled that it may soon stop increasing borrowing costs in the U.S., Japan's biggest export market. Exporters such as Canon Inc. and Honda Motor Co.
Nintendo says it has sold about 10 million Nintendo DS systems worldwide
January 3, 2006REDMOND, Washington -- Nintendo Co. said Tuesday that it has sold about 10 million of its Nintendo DS handheld game systems worldwide, including about 4 million in North America and more than 5 million in Japan.
Tokyo stocks opens year's first trading session higher, dollar down vs. yen
January 3, 2006Tokyo stocks advanced as the year's first trading session opened Wednesday following good holiday season sales. The dollar was lower against the Japanese yen.
Nintendo Sells 10M Handheld Game Systems
January 3, 2006Nintendo Sells 10M Handheld Game Systems REDMOND, Wash. ( AP) -- Nintendo Co.
World's biggest bank opens for business in Japan
January 3, 2006The Bank of Tokyo-Mitsubishi UFJ, the world's largest bank formed by a merger of two major Japanese financial groups, opened for business Wednesday with a tape-cutting ceremony at Tokyo headquarters.
Nintendo DS sales hit 10 million worldwide
January 3, 2006LOS ANGELES (Reuters) - Nintendo Co. Ltd said on Tuesday worldwide sales of its Nintendo DS portable video game player have hit 10 million worldwide, with about 4 million sales coming from the United States.
Tokyo stocks expected to start 2006 higher
January 3, 2006But an advance in the yen may keep investors from pushing techs and other exporters aggressively higher. A stronger yen is a minus for exporters as it decreases profits when dollar-denominated earnings are brought home. '' U.S.
Nissan's playful urge
January 3, 2006• Nissan's playful urge • Sizzling AMG S in Detroit • Final Veyron unveiled • The M Coup will ride again! &# 8226; Merc unleashes next monster AMG • The new Three - a big leap?
China commentator urges tougher line against Japan
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Japan to allow private funding in space projects
January 3, 2006Japan to allow private funding in space projects Tokyo, Jan 03: Japan is set to allow private funding in certain space development projects in an effort to offset declining government funding, the daily Nihon Keizai Shimbun (Nikkei) reported today.
Japan's DoCoMo to invest 300 mln dollars in top Philippines telco
January 3, 2006Japan's top mobile telecoms firm NTT DoCoMo is to invest some 300 million dollars in the Philippines top carrier, Philippine Long Distance Telephone (PLDT), President Gloria Arroyo announced.
Avalanche Buries 12 Skiers in Japan
January 3, 2006TOKYO An avalanche at a ski resort in northwestern Japan buried 12 skiers and resort workers, badly injuring at least one, police said Tuesday. The avalanche struck around 5:20 p.m. (
Tokyo Stock Exchange to build improved trading system
January 3, 2006The new system will also deliver higher trade execution speeds. The TSE is currently seen by brokers as a much slower market than its international rivals when it comes...
Legal fallout from Sony's CD woes
January 3, 2006Sony's settlement over the rootkit fiasco represents a blueprint for legislativ
Nagasaki pic to open Rotterdam
January 3, 2006Japanese lenser Nagasaki Shunichi's 2005 pic 'Heart, Beating in the Dark' will h
Dollar Drops Against Euro, Yen as U.S. Manufacturing Grows at Slower Pace
January 3, 20063 (Bloomberg) -- The dollar fell to a two-week low against the euro and dropped versus the yen after a gauge of the U.S. manufacturing industry expanded at a slower pace last month.
NTT DoCoMo to Invest $300 Million in Philippine Long Distance, Arroyo Says
January 3, 20063 (Bloomberg) -- NTT DoCoMo Inc., the world's second- biggest mobile phone operator, will invest $300 million in Philippine Long Distance Telephone Co., according to Philippine President Gloria Arroyo.
Pound, euro, yen costlier while US dollar gets cheaper
January 3, 2006Business (figures in rupees) Currencies buy sell US dollar 43.40 46.60 Sterling pound 75.10 80.20 Euro 51.25 55.10 Australian dollar 31.95 34.30 Bahrain dinar 112.75 125.30 Canadian dollar 36.35 ...
Japan to pursue trade deals with India
January 3, 2006TOKYO: Japan is along at pursuing free trade agreements with India to give it m
India to seek Japan's help in civil nuclear energy
January 3, 2006The India-US civilian nuclear deal will figure prominently in discussions between Indian officials and the visiting Japanese minister.
Sony coughs up for rootkit disaster
January 3, 2006Settlement for North American consumers.
January 3, 2006
BY S GurpreetTOKYO : Japan's NTT DoCoMo said it was in talks with Fuji Television Network for a possible tie-up which could pave the way for new innovation such as TV programmes for cellphone users.
Fuji buys inkjet dye-maker Avecia
January 3, 2006Fuji Photo Film has bought chemicals maker, Avecia for 150m. Fuji said the deal was aimed at tapping surging demand for home use inkjet printers. The company intends to more than double Avecia sales during the next four years. -
Legal fallout from Sony's CD woes
January 3, 2006Mark Russinovich spotted the problem in October Sony's settlement over the rootkit fiasco represents a blueprint for legislative action, argues law professor Michael Geist.
China commentator urges tougher line against Japan
January 3, 2006Japan says the diplomat killed himself after he was blackmailed by Chinese security agents over a liaison with a prostitute. On Friday, a spokesman for China's Foreign Ministry, Qin Gang, said Japan was 'deliberately vilifying China's image.'
Mitsui becomes substantial shareholder of Baltrans (0562)
January 3, 2006News Baltrans Holdings LTD Jardine Matheson Holdings LTD Mitsui & Co. Ltd.
Japan baby boomers face late-life divorce risk
January 3, 2006By Isabel Reynolds TOKYO (Reuters) - Newly retired engineer Kotaro Toyohara arrives home for a family celebration after his final day at work, clutching a ring for his wife, Yoko, his head full of plans for the years of leisure ahead.
Mitsubishi Gas Chemical farms into Ivanhoe Energy's Sichuan Gas Project in China
January 3, 2006Ivanhoe Energy has received approval from CNPC for an extension to May 31, 2006 The Sichuan Basin, in Southwestern China Mitsubishi Gas Chemical Company, Inc.
Japan's foreign minister arrives in Islamabad tomorrow
January 3, 2006Japan's foreign minister arrives in Islamabad tomorrow ISLAMABAD: Japan's Foreign Minister Taro Aso will arrive in Pakistan on Wednesday.
Toyota likely to overtake BMW in S Korean luxury car market
January 3, 2006Extract not available.
Sony settles over dodgy DRM fallout
January 3, 2006Sony BMG has agreed to settle a New York state lawsuit arising from its controversial deployment of digital rights management technologies on CDs released in the US.
Holiday Advisory: Japan, China, New Zealand Holiday Tuesday
January 3, 2006Extract not available.
Latest US$ exchange rates: US$/Yen 117.37; Euro/US$1.1871
January 3, 2006News Major Currencies Exchange Rates Currency Quoted at 10:30 Quoted at 09:30 New York Close ------------------------------------------------------------------- USD/JPY 117.35/39 117.76/81 117.88/...
Latest US$ exchange rates: US$/Yen 117.35; Euro/US$1.1873
January 3, 2006News Major Currencies Exchange Rates Currency Quoted at 11:30 Quoted at 10:30 New York Close ------------------------------------------------------------------- USD/JPY 117.33/38 117.35/39 117.88/...
Latest US$ exchange rates: US$/Yen 117.22; Euro/US$1.1877
January 3, 2006News Major Currencies Exchange Rates Currency Quoted at 12:30 Quoted at 11:30 New York Close ------------------------------------------------------------------- USD/JPY 117.21/24 117.33/38 117.88/...
Latest US$ exchange rates: US$/Yen 117.19; Euro/US$1.1896
January 3, 2006News Major Currencies Exchange Rates Currency Quoted at 14:30 Quoted at 12:30 New York Close ------------------------------------------------------------------- USD/JPY 117.15/23 117.21/24 117.88/...
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(UPDATE) Dollar weakens against yen in Asian trade
January 3, 2006SINGAPORE-(UPDATE) The dollar was lower against the yen in quiet Asian trade Tuesday as the markets gradually got back to normal after the New Year holiday break, dealers said.
Japanese troops depart for U.S. for landing drills with Marines
January 3, 2006-†Japanese troops depart for U.S. for landing drills with Marines SASEBO, Japan, Jan. 3 KYODO A advance team of a Ground Self-Defense Force's Western Army unit departed for a U.S.
Japan's SDF troops leave for drills with U.S
January 3, 2006TOKYO, Jan. 3 (Xinhuanet) -- Some 30 members of Japan's Ground Self-Defense Force (GSDF) left Tuesday for a U.S. military base in California, as an advance team, to participate in joint drills beginning on Jan.
Japan's depressed princess resumes royal role
January 3, 2006Colin Joyce in Tokyo JAPAN'S Crown Princess Masako appeared with the rest of the imperial family yesterday as hopes grew that she was resuming her royal duties after a two-year absence.
Honda Siel Cars India achieves 58 per cent growth in December
January 3, 2006Business Sections World Asia India Sports Business Science / Tech Health Entertainment Features Home Services E-mail Chat E-cards City guide Matrimonial Yellow pages Personalities Netindia123.com ...
Hero Honda closes the year with sale of over 29 lac units
January 3, 2006With this, the cumulative tally for the period April-December 2005 stands at 22,31,104 bikes, clocking a growth of 15.2 per cent over the year 2004. The company sold 19,35,981 motorcycles during the same period last year.
Japanese international Ono attracts Bolton interest
January 3, 2006News Shinji Ono, seemingly on his way back to Japan from Feyenoord, may yet be thrown a European lifeline after Bolton Wanderer admitted interest in bringing the Japanese international forward to ...
Two Japanese survive kidnapping attempt in southern Gaza
January 3, 2006News Two Japanese, a man and a woman, survived a kidnapping attempt on Monday by Palestinian militants in Rafah of southern Gaza, Palestinian security sources and witnesses said.The sources said ...
Hero Honda records 15.3 pc sales growth in CY 05
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Japan's foreign minister to discuss trade, UN reforms
January 3, 2006During the trip, Aso will hold talks with India's Minister of State for External Affairs E. Ahamed and discuss a wide array of bilateral, regional, and global issues of common interest. '
US dollar, yen move up while pound and euro remain flat
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Honda Siel Cars India Registers 58 Per Cent Growth in December
January 3, 2006The company has sold a total of 4,113 units during the months, an oficial release said today. Honda City, the company's flagship model, registered a spectacular 71 per cent growth over the corresponding month of last year at 3,766 units.
Japan to pursue trade deals with India, China: paper
January 3, 2006Japan has been stepping up its pursuit of free-trade agreements (FTAs) but has signed only three to date. Many of the negotiations have faced difficulties because of Japan's highly protected agriculture sector.
Japan to pursue trade deals with India, China: paper
January 3, 2006Business TOKYO (Reuters) - Japan is likely to pursue free-trade agreements with China and India as well as Australia to give it more clout in a proposed East Asian community, a leading daily ...
Japanese Princess Masako resumes official duties
January 3, 2006The Japanese imperial family pose for a New Year photograph.
Cambodian ship gets of rocks in Sea of Japan, heads for Russian port
January 3, 2006The shoal where it was trapped for two days is located 85 miles to the south from Vanino, sources at the Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk maritime salvage and coordination center said.
Japan seeks private funding for space program
January 3, 2006Japan is set to allow private funding in certain space development projects in an effort to offset declining government funding, the daily Nihon Keizai Shimbun reports.
Japan's SDF troops leave for drills with U.S
January 3, 2006Some 30 members of Japan's Ground Self-Defense Force (GSDF) left Tuesday for a U.S. military base in California, as an advance team, to participate in joint drills beginning on Jan. 9, Kyodo News quoted the GSDF as saying. The Japan-U.S.
Bank of Tokyo-Mitsubishi UFJ Assigned 'A/A-1' Ratings, Outlook Stable
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Woman with zero income racks up 6.5 million yen in loans for shopping
January 3, 2006OSAKA -- An Osaka Prefecture woman has asked for a consumer protection center's help after she was talked into buying an expensive kimono, a belt and other accessories, her lawyer said.
Japan planning free trade talks with Australia, India
January 3, 2006News Japan planning free trade talks with Australia, India 03/01/2006 18:23:56 Japan plans to begin talks on a free trade agreement with India and Australia in 2007 and with China in 2009.The ...
Pound, euro, yen costlier while US dollar gets cheaper
January 3, 2006Extract not available.
Japan's foreign minister begins four-day trip to India and Pakistan(Updated 04:11 p.m.)
January 3, 2006Japan's foreign minister on Tuesday began a four-day trip to India and Pakistan aimed at strengthening bilateral ties with the South Asian nations, a ministry spokeswoman said.
Reality TV producer, Sony sign 3-year deal
January 3, 2006Sources said the partners already are working on several original projects for cable channel GSN (formerly Game Show Network), which Sony owns with Liberty Media, and a pickup deal is imminent.
High-seas battle looms for Japan whalers, activists
January 3, 2006SYDNEY : A new high-seas struggle between a Japanese whaling fleet and anti-whaling activists is expected to erupt within days in the icy waters of the Antarctic, a Greenpeace spokesman said.
Vietnam flowers blossom in Japanese market
January 3, 2006The ministry reported that Vietnam-grown flowers are favored by Japanese people, particularly the lotus flower.
Japan seeks private funding for space program
January 3, 2006Japan is set to allow private funding in certain space development projects in an effort to offset declining government funding, the daily Nihon Keizai Shimbun reports.
Sony settles 'rootkit' class action lawsuit
January 3, 2006The record label agrees to offer U.S. customers money and free downloads to encourage them to replace CDs that secretly install software.
Aeon, Aoi Insurance, Nippon Steel, Rakuten, Shinsei: Japan Equity Preview
January 3, 20061 (Bloomberg) -- The following stocks may move in Japanese markets on Jan. 4. Prices are as of the 11 a.m. close of trading on the Tokyo Stock Exchange on Dec. 30. The markets will be closed through Jan. 3 for national holidays.
Japan to negotiate FTAs with India, Australia, China
January 3, 2006-†Japan to negotiate FTAs with India, Australia, China TOKYO, Jan. 3 KYODO Japan plans to negotiate a bilateral free trade agreement with Australia, India and China, the Mainichi Shimbun reported Tuesday.
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