Economic news(2023/04/03)
Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry to Strengthen Domestic Semiconductor Industry “Expand Sales to 15 Trillion Yen in 2030”
2023-04-03 21:37:00
The Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) has compiled a new strategic proposal aimed at strengthening the domestic semiconductor industry, which is becoming increasingly important in terms of economic security. We have set a goal of accelerating the technological development of advanced semiconductors, which are indispensable for next-generation industries, and increasing sales of related industries in Japan to 15 trillion yen by 2030, which is about three times the current level.
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Communication failures at NTT East and NTT West
2023-04-03 20:37:00
NTT East and NTT West have clarified that more than 100 communication devices with the same function simultaneously experienced a communication failure of the Internet connection service and Hikari Denwa that occurred on the morning of the 3rd, and are investigating the cause in detail. The Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications has decided to request a report as soon as possible, as it may fall under the "serious accident" stipulated by law.
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Communication failures at NTT East and NTT West
2023-04-03 19:19:00
NTT East and NTT West have clarified that a total of 116 communication devices with the same function in East and West suffered simultaneous failures in connection with the Internet connection service and Hikari Denwa that occurred from the morning of the 3rd to the morning. . The device that caused the failure is a device that has a function to connect the Internet network and the customer, and it is made by the same overseas manufacturer. Both companies are investigating the cause. On the evening of the 3rd, Koichi Suzuki, General Manager of NTT East Japan Service Operation Department, and Ichinobu Katsura, General Manager of NTT West Japan Service Engineering Department, held an online conference and apologized. Regarding the communication failure this time, the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications said that it may fall under a "serious accident" stipulated by the Telecommunications Business Law based on the number of affected users and the time until restoration, and detailed reasons for the two companies. I am requesting a report as soon as possible.
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From the Bank of Japan Tankan
2023-04-03 19:01:00
The Bank of Japan's latest Tankan survey shows that many companies are unable to pass on the increase in raw material prices, and that their earnings are being squeezed amidst the spread of price hikes among companies. On the other hand, companies around the world are struggling to respond to the issue of wage increases against the backdrop of the worsening labor shortage.
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Chairman of the Japanese Bankers Association “Financial instability in Europe and the United States does not lead to a financial crisis at this time”
2023-04-03 18:58:00
Katsuhiko Kato, president of Mizuho Bank, who was appointed as the chairman of the Japanese Bankers Association, said at a press conference on the 3rd that the financial instability that spread in Europe and the United States poses less risk to the financial system, and that it will not lead to a financial crisis at this time. showed recognition.
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Slightly lower yen exchange rate Aware of the widening interest rate differential between Japan and the United States
2023-04-03 18:53:00
In the Tokyo foreign exchange market on the 3rd, the beginning of the week, the yen depreciated slightly due to concerns about the widening interest rate differential between Japan and the United States.
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NTT East and West Wide-ranging communication failures are all restored, detailed cause investigation underway
2023-04-03 17:32:00
The communication failure that occurred from the morning of the 3rd has been restored in the Internet connection service of NTT East and NTT West and part of Hikari Denwa. The company is investigating the details of the cause, such as being unable to connect to the internet in a wide area such as Tokyo and Osaka.
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Bank of Japan's Tankan economic judgment of large manufacturing companies deteriorated for the fifth consecutive quarter
2023-04-03 17:24:00
The Bank of Japan released its Tankan (Short-term Economic Survey of Enterprises) on the 3rd, and the index showing the economic judgment of large companies in the manufacturing industry was +1 point, down 6 points from the previous time, and worsened for the fifth consecutive quarter.
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“Joining ceremony at a farmer’s field” Tokyo food delivery company in Gunma
2023-04-03 16:56:00
A food delivery company headquartered in Tokyo held an initiation ceremony at the field of a partner farmer in Showa Village, Gunma Prefecture, in order to let new employees, who will be doing a lot of work in the office, learn about the production site.
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Stocks Rise Slightly, Fears of Inflation Ease
2023-04-03 16:12:00
On the 3rd of the week, the Tokyo stock market and the Nikkei stock average rose slightly.
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"Cherish yourself" Toyota's new president Sato encourages at the joining ceremony
2023-04-03 15:41:00
At the initiation ceremony at Toyota Motor Corporation, President Tsuneharu Sato, who was appointed on the 1st of this month, said, "The key to change is the vitality and innovation born from diverse values. I want you to do it," he gave a message of encouragement to the new employees.
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Problem with ANA domestic flight system Reservation and boarding procedures cannot be done
2023-04-03 15:02:00
According to All Nippon Airways, around 2:10 pm on the 3rd, there was a problem with the domestic flight system, making reservations and boarding procedures impossible. We are investigating the cause and proceeding with restoration work, but there is a possibility that future flights may be delayed or canceled. All Nippon Airways said on its website, "We apologize for any inconvenience caused to our customers."
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Communication failure between NTT East and West All restored, detailed cause under investigation
2023-04-03 14:32:00
The communication failure that occurred on the morning of the 3rd with the Internet connection service of NTT East and NTT West and part of Hikari Denwa has been restored. The company is investigating the details of the cause, such as being unable to connect to the internet in a wide area such as Tokyo and Osaka.
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Nomination of 9 companies including Kansai Electric Power and suspended Electricity sales cartel Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry
2023-04-03 13:16:00
The Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry provided subsidies to nine companies, including subsidiaries, in response to the problem that Chugoku Electric Power Co., Chubu Electric Power Co., and Kyushu Electric Power Co. had formed a cartel with Kansai Electric Power Co. over electricity sales to businesses. We have taken measures to suspend the nomination of people who are unable to participate in the projects to be ordered.
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Major bank face-to-face entrance ceremony for the first time in 4 years
2023-04-03 12:47:00
At a major bank, a face-to-face entrance ceremony was held for the first time in four years on the 3rd, and the new recruits who gathered were instructed.
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"Cherish yourself" Toyota's new president Sato encourages at the joining ceremony
2023-04-03 12:40:00
At the initiation ceremony at Toyota Motor Corporation, President Tsuneharu Sato, who was appointed on the 1st of this month, said, "The key to change is the vitality and innovation born from diverse values. I want you to do it," he gave a message of encouragement to the new employees.
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Communication failure between NTT East and West All restored, detailed cause under investigation
2023-04-03 11:58:00
The communication failure that occurred from the morning of the 3rd has been restored with NTT East and NTT West Internet connection services and part of Hikari Denwa. The company is investigating the detailed cause of the lack of internet connection in a wide area of Tokyo, Kanagawa, Hokkaido and western Japan.
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Bank of Japan's Tankan economic judgment of large manufacturing companies deteriorated for the fifth consecutive quarter
2023-04-03 11:17:00
The Bank of Japan released its Tankan (Short-term Economic Survey of Enterprises) on the 3rd, and the index showing the economic judgment of large companies in the manufacturing industry was +1 point, down 6 points from the previous time, and worsened for the fifth consecutive quarter.
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Communication failure between NTT East and West All restored
2023-04-03 11:10:00
According to NTT East and NTT West, from the morning of the 3rd, some Internet connection services and Hikari Denwa became unusable due to equipment failure, but they were all restored.
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Part of NTT East/West FLET'S Hikari and Hikari Denwa, including emergency calls, cannot be used
2023-04-03 10:29:00
According to NTT East and West Japan, some Internet connection services and Hikari Denwa, including emergency calls such as 110 and 119, have been unavailable since around 7:10 am on the 3rd due to equipment failure. is.
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Bank of Japan's Tankan economic judgment of large manufacturing companies worsened for the fifth consecutive quarter
2023-04-03 10:12:00
In the Tankan (Short-Term Economic Survey of Enterprises) released by the Bank of Japan, the index that shows the economic judgment of large companies in the manufacturing industry increased by 1 point, down 6 points from the previous survey, and has deteriorated for the fifth consecutive quarter.
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Some Internet connection services cannot be used at NTT East/West/Softbank
2023-04-03 10:09:00
According to NTT East, some Internet connection services and Hikari Denwa, including emergency calls such as 110 and 119, have been unavailable since around 7:10 am on the 3rd due to equipment failure. .
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NY crude oil market futures price temporarily rises to 81 dollars for the first time in 2 months
2023-04-03 09:11:00
In response to the fact that the major oil-producing countries that make up OPEC Plus have announced a policy to drastically reduce crude oil production from next month, the New York crude oil market on the 2nd has temporarily dropped the international crude oil futures price to about 2.5%. It rose to 1 barrel = 81 dollars for the first time in months.
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Bank of Japan's Tankan economic judgment of large manufacturing companies worsened for the fifth consecutive quarter
2023-04-03 08:54:00
The Bank of Japan has released its Tankan (Short-Term Economic Survey of Enterprises). The index that shows the economic judgment of large companies in the manufacturing industry was +1 point, down 6 points from the previous time, and has deteriorated for the fifth consecutive quarter.
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Major oil-producing countries plan to drastically cut production from next month Aiming to support crude oil prices
2023-04-03 08:28:00
The main oil-producing countries that make up OPEC Plus have announced plans to drastically reduce crude oil production from next month. Russia has also announced a policy to extend its production cuts, and oil-producing countries are aiming to support crude oil prices.
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NTT East FLET'S HIKARI Some Internet cannot be used due to equipment failure
2023-04-03 08:17:00
According to NTT East, some Internet connection services have been unavailable since around 7:10 am on the 3rd due to equipment failure. According to the company, some of the services such as FLET'S Hikari Wi-Fi Access, FLET'S Hikari Cross, and FLET'S Hikari Next are no longer available.
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TSE asks companies with low valuations to take concrete measures to raise their stock prices
2023-04-03 07:33:00
Since many companies have stock prices that are less than 1 times their net assets per share, the Tokyo Stock Exchange has asked companies with low valuations in the market to present concrete measures that will lead to an increase in their stock prices. I'm here.
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Lifting of the ban on digital payment of wages Focus on how far the use will spread
2023-04-03 07:06:00
The so-called digital payment of wages using smartphone payment apps will be approved from this month. It is expected that the operation will start in a few months after the app operator's review.
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"Credit Suisse" bailout acquisition Swiss prosecutor reports that investigation has started
2023-04-03 06:05:00
Swiss prosecutors have launched an investigation into suspected illegal activities by those involved in the rescue takeover of Credit Suisse by Swiss financial giant UBS, according to a series of Western media reports.
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