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JPMorgan in Japan insider trading probe
US bank is under scrutiny after employee allegedly leaked information on Nippon Sheet Glass share issue, which was used by a hedge fund
Safety fears grow at Japan nuclear plant
A fresh wave of safety concerns has put the government and operators of the Fukushima Daiichi disaster site back on the highest alert
Cerberus faces new obstacle at Aozora
The private equity firm’s efforts to exit the Japanese bank have been complicated by the prospect of the government acquiring 20% of voting rights
Talking point: is yen still best haven?
After wobbles related to the recent sovereign rating downgrade, the Japanese currency has resumed its ascent against other major currencies
BoJ holds fire on further easing
Separate monthly trade data for April suggest that Japan’s manufacturers might welcome further moves to weaken the yen
Fitch downgrades Japan on public finances
Country downgraded over concerns about rapid deterioration of public finances, a move that may galvanise support for consumption tax increase
Japan’s oil importers seek Iran solution
Country unable to pay for oil imports from Iran after an order from a US district court and is searching for alternative payment methods
Osaka mayor has old guard running scared
The blunt nationalist, who has divided opinion, will have to get things done in his city if he is to retain the backing of Japanese voters
Consumers return Japan to growth path
Private consumption was the main driver of better than expected first quarter growth but economists warn that the country will struggle to maintain it
Japanese bank freezes Iranian assets
Bank of Tokyo Mitsubishi UFJ moved after receiving US court order but submitted objection on grounds that court does not have jurisdiction
