Tungsten miner EQ Resources moves to expand as global supply tightens EQ Resources funds expansion amid rising tungsten demand after China export controls, drawing a surge of buyer inquiries and …
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Qdenga dengue vaccine approved in India as Takeda seeks national rollout
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiTakeda dengue vaccine Qdenga cleared in India as company seeks national immunisation rollout Takeda dengue vaccine Qdenga won approval from India’s CDSCO in July 2026, and the company is pushing …
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Gong Cha acquisition: Bain Capital to buy bubble tea chain for over $635 million, Nikkei reports Bain Capital’s planned purchase of Gong Cha, Nikkei reports, would mark a major private …
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US Treasury Secretary Bessent confirms joining coordinated yen-buying operation with Japan
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiU.S. Confirms Role in Yen Intervention to Stabilize Asian Currencies U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent told Nikkei that the United States joined a coordinated yen intervention on Aug. 4, 2026, …
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U.S. imports from Asia surge as retailers stockpile before July tariffs
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiU.S. imports from Asia rise in June as retailers rush to beat July tariff increase U.S. imports from Asia rose in June as retailers and manufacturers accelerated purchases to avoid …
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Commercial washing machines surge as Samsung and Alliance expand in Southeast Asia
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiCommercial washing machines see surge in Southeast Asia as Samsung and Alliance expand services Rising demand for commercial washing machines in Southeast Asia draws Samsung and U.S. firm Alliance Laundry …
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Josys launches hybrid Japan-India ransomware defense for enterprises
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiJosys pitches ransomware defense to Japanese firms after contractor-linked breach Josys offers ransomware defense to Japanese firms after a contractor-linked breach halted deliveries; startup urges multifactor authentication and tighter access. …
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Japan trading houses lift forecasts on commodity surge and weak yen
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiJapanese trading houses turn upbeat as commodity rally and weak yen cushion Iran war impact Japanese trading houses see improved fiscal prospects as commodity prices climb and the weak yen …
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Sara Duterte impeachment trial could bolster 2028 presidential bid
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiSara Duterte impeachment trial drags on as political benefits emerge for vice president Philippine senators continue a prolonged Sara Duterte impeachment trial, a development analysts say could strengthen her position …
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Japan defense white paper warns Ukraine war boosts North Korea, flags China-Russia ties
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiJapan warns Russia-North Korea military cooperation could strengthen Pyongyang, Defense of Japan 2026 says Defense of Japan 2026 warns Russia-North Korea military cooperation could strengthen Pyongyang, urging vigilance over closer …