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2 months ago
Business

Why big investors have fallen in love with the Japanese stock market after more than 30 years

The Nikkei 225 index reached historical highs above 40,000 points after three decades of deflation and negative rates.
Moderate inflation in Japan is aiding in boosting confidence for companies to invest and encouraging consumer spending. [ more ]
WSJ
4 months ago
World news

Deflation Worries Deepen in China

Consumer prices in China have fallen for three consecutive months, indicating ongoing deflationary pressures in the economy.
Chinese manufacturers have experienced 15 straight months of contraction in prices, raising concerns for U.S. and European officials about increased competition from low-cost Chinese goods. [ more ]
WSJ
5 months ago
World news

China Can't Shake Deflation

Consumer prices in China fell for the second straight month, signaling economic weakness.
China's top leaders are planning to provide more support for the economy through fiscal stimulus and central-bank policy. [ more ]
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