Japan
Asia
Moody's downgrade of Japan's credit rating last week came as no shock to markets, while economists warned the appreciation of the yen is a more crucial issue for the country.
29 August 2011
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Economics
Japan's beleaguered prime minister Naoto Kan has resigned after a turmoil-filled 15 months in office, clearing the way for the country's sixth leader in five years.
26 August 2011
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Economics
Asian markets are trading lower as investors weigh up hopes of further action by the Federal Reserve against Moody's downgrade of Japan.
24 August 2011
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Asia
Credit rating agency Moody's has downgraded Japan's sovereign debt rating by one notch, saying weak political leadership has hampered growth.
24 August 2011
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Asia
Japan's economy performed better than expected in the second quarter, indicating relative resilience in the aftermath of the Tohoku earthquake.
15 August 2011
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Managed funds
Nancy Curtin is chief investment officer of Close Asset Management......
15 August 2011
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Investment
Now is not the time to be swayed by high-frequency newsflow and economic data, writes Philip Lawlor, group strategist at Smith & Williamson.
11 August 2011
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