JTB Profit Growth Returns as Overseas Travel and Inbound Demand Lift Sales JTB projects a return to profit growth as overseas travel and inbound tourism offset a domestic slump, with …
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Politics
Japan GDP posts 0.5% Q1 growth as consumption and auto exports recover
by Sui Yuitoby Sui YuitoJapan GDP Rises 0.5% in Q1 2026 as Consumption and Exports Rebound Japan’s GDP grew 0.5% quarter-on-quarter in January–March 2026 (annualized 2.1%), driven by sustained private consumption and a recovery …
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Business
Recruit Holdings forecasts 25% profit rise as Indeed and AI boost growth
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiRecruit Holdings Forecasts 25% Profit Jump as Indeed and AI Drive U.S. Growth Recruit Holdings expects a 25% increase in consolidated net profit this fiscal year, propelled by strong performance …
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Foxconn forecasts AI server market share growth, April quarter to outperform
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiFoxconn Sees Strong April-Quarter Upswing as Foxconn AI Servers Demand Accelerates Foxconn forecasts April-quarter performance well above seasonal norms as Foxconn AI servers and computing-product sales surge, driven by sustained …
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Business
NTT delays profit target three years as Docomo slump threatens growth investments
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiNTT Pushes Back Profit Target by Three Years as Docomo Slump Undercuts Growth Plans NTT delays profit target by three years as NTT Docomo’s weak mobile earnings and urban connectivity …
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Japan to cap directors’ liability from 2027 to encourage growth investments
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiJapan to limit director liability to spur growth investments Japan plans to limit director liability as early as 2027 to reduce shareholder lawsuit risk and encourage bold corporate investments, officials …
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Business
Philippine economy posts 2.8% Q1 growth as economist warns of Q2 slowdown
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiPhilippine economy slowdown deepens as Q1 growth hits five-year low at 2.8% Philippine economy slowdown: Q1 annualized growth fell to 2.8% on May 7, 2026, as the Iran war and …
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Indonesia posts 5.61% Q1 growth as subsidies boost spending, rupiah hits new low
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiIndonesia economic growth rises 5.61% in Q1 2026 as subsidies and Eid spending lift demand Government subsidies helped tame inflation and supported household spending during Ramadan and Eid, while the …
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Technology
Golden Week bookings strong as Japan Airlines and ANA report reservation growth
by Sora Tanakaby Sora TanakaGolden Week bookings hold strong as JAL and ANA report year-on-year growth while airlines warn of rising fuel surcharges Golden Week bookings remain strong despite high fares and Middle East …
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Meta posts 33% revenue growth and raises annual capex guidance for AI
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiMeta Q1 Results: Revenue Climbs 33% as Company Raises Capital Expenditure to Accelerate AI Push Meta Q1 results: Revenue up 33% year-on-year as the company raises annual capital expenditure guidance …