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Economic news(2023/04/27)


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Temporary depreciation of the yen following the announcement of the US GDP, falling to the 134 yen level to the dollar

2023-04-27 22:19:00
In response to the announcement of the US GDP = Gross Domestic Product, the yen depreciated somewhat in the foreign exchange market on the 27th, and the yen exchange rate temporarily fell to the 134 yen level to the dollar. Although it fell short of market expectations, it was positive growth for the third consecutive term, and the economy was confirmed to be solid. From the point of view, yen-selling and dollar-buying progressed due to the interest rate differential between Japan and the United States.

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U.S. January-March GDP growth rate +1.1%, positive for 3 consecutive quarters

2023-04-27 21:46:00
The growth rate of GDP = Gross Domestic Product in the United States from January to last month was +1.1% in terms of annual rate, which was positive for the third consecutive quarter. FRB = Although the Federal Reserve Board's unusual rate hike and bank failures occurred one after another, personal consumption such as travel and eating out was solid, but it fell short of market expectations.

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Kyushu Electric Power adjusts with capital increase of 200 billion yen in anticipation of large deficit

2023-04-27 21:20:00
Kyushu Electric Power Co. is forecasting a large deficit in the final profit and loss for the previous fiscal year due to the impact of soaring fuel costs and other factors. It turns out that

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Japan Exchange Group to appoint former president of Tokyo Stock Exchange who resigned as director

2023-04-27 20:57:00
The Japan Exchange Group has announced that the former president of the Tokyo Stock Exchange, who resigned after taking responsibility for the large-scale system trouble in 2020, will be appointed as a director of the group. He is expected to assume office after the shareholders' meeting to be held in June.

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``Unizo Holdings'' corporate bonds worth a total of 61 billion yen defaulted

2023-04-27 20:37:00
Unizo Holdings, which operates hotels and real estate businesses, filed an application with the court to apply the Civil Rehabilitation Law, resulting in a total of 61 billion yen in corporate bonds issued by the company defaulting on its obligations. It will be the first public bond default in Japan since major airbag maker Takata, which went bankrupt in 2017.

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Mr. Takeshi Niinami of Suntory HD appointed as new chairman of Keizai Doyukai

2023-04-27 20:06:00
Mr. Takeshi Niinami, the president of Suntory Holdings, was appointed as the new chairman of the Keizai Doyukai, and emphasized the idea that the vitality of private companies is essential for revitalizing the Japanese economy and solving social issues.

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South Korea Samsung Electronics January-March earnings loss for the first time in 14 years in the semiconductor sector

2023-04-27 19:58:00
South Korea's Samsung Electronics announced its financial results for the three months ending last month, and the operating loss of the semiconductor division was in the red for the first time in 14 years. The global demand for semiconductors is declining.

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The reason why Mario grows a beard Directly hits Shigeru Miyamoto, the creator

2023-04-27 19:30:00
The popular game "Super Mario Bros." released in 1985. A distinctive beard, a red hat with an "M" mark, and a dynamic jump. "Mario" is now loved all over the world. Nintendo's game creator Shigeru Miyamoto, who is the 'creator' of the character design, responded to NHK's interview. We asked Mr. Miyamoto about the future of Mario, which has expanded its playing field over time. (Kyoto Broadcasting Station Reporter Mami Yamazaki)

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Yen exchange rate decline Movement to sell yen from the view that the Bank of Japan will continue monetary easing

2023-04-27 18:15:00
In the Tokyo foreign exchange market on the 27th, there was a movement to sell the yen due to the view that the Bank of Japan will continue to implement large-scale monetary easing measures for the time being, and the yen exchange rate fell.

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Mr. Takeshi Niinami of Suntory HD appointed as new chairman of Keizai Doyukai

2023-04-27 18:06:00
Mr. Takeshi Niinami, the president of Suntory Holdings, was appointed as the new chairman of the Keizai Doyukai, and emphasized the idea that the vitality of private companies is essential for revitalizing the Japanese economy and solving social issues.

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ANAHD posted a profit for the first time in 3 years last fiscal year Passenger demand recovered significantly

2023-04-27 17:50:00
The final profit of ANA Holdings, a major airline, was 89.4 billion yen last year, the first profit in three years. This is because of the easing of border measures in each country and the significant recovery in passenger demand centering on international flights.

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Electricity charges in June may remain flat, but prices may rise

2023-04-27 17:44:00
The 10 major electric power companies have announced the electricity charges for June billing this year. Nine out of 10 companies have not changed from the previous month, but seven companies, including Tokyo Electric Power and Tohoku Electric Power Co., have applied to the government for price increases, and if approved, there is a possibility that the price will be raised.

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small increase in stock price

2023-04-27 16:43:00
On the 27th, the Tokyo stock market and stock prices rose slightly.

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"GX Promotion Bill" Approved by the House of Councilors Committee on Economy, Trade and Industry with new amendments

2023-04-27 16:41:00
A bill that includes the introduction of carbon pricing, which requires companies that emit carbon dioxide to bear a financial burden, was passed on the 27th with new amendments by the Committee on Economy, Trade and Industry of the House of Councilors.

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Bill to 'extend' nuclear power plant operation passed at House of Representatives plenary session

2023-04-27 16:12:00
In order to maximize the use of nuclear power generation toward the realization of a decarbonized society, a bill was passed by a large majority at the plenary session of the House of Representatives on the 27th to effectively allow the operation of nuclear power plants beyond the upper limit of the operating period. rice field.

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Toyota Global production volume and sales volume both record high last year

2023-04-27 15:11:00
Toyota Motor Corporation's production volume and sales volume for the past year both reached record highs. Demand for automobiles is strong, mainly in Asia, and the increase in the operation of production lines at factories is said to be a factor.

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Toyota Global production volume and sales volume both record high last year

2023-04-27 14:16:00
Toyota Motor Corporation's production volume and sales volume for the past year both reached record highs. Demand for automobiles is strong, mainly in Asia, and the increase in the operation of production lines at factories is said to be a factor.

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Cabinet Office Statistical Survey Leaks Personal Information of More than 140 People Names, Phone Numbers, etc.

2023-04-27 13:46:00
The Cabinet Office announced that the personal information of more than 140 people was leaked when the person in charge mistakenly attached a list with names, phone numbers, etc., when sending statistical survey data to external individuals by e-mail. bottom.

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Kirin HD to acquire Australian health food maker for over 160 billion yen

2023-04-27 12:21:00
Major beverage maker Kirin Holdings has announced that it will acquire an Australian health food company for more than 160 billion yen in Japanese yen. The aim is to strengthen health-related fields and expand business in the Asia-Pacific region.

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Bank of Tokyo-Mitsubishi UFJ to raise fees such as bank transfers at counters and ATMs

2023-04-27 11:51:00
MUFG Bank will raise fees for transfers at counters and ATMs from October this year. As the cost of system maintenance and crime prevention increases, we would like to encourage the use of Internet banking, which does not charge fees.

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Kirin HD to acquire Australian health food maker for over 160 billion yen

2023-04-27 11:37:00
Major beverage maker Kirin Holdings has announced that it will acquire an Australian health food company for more than 160 billion yen in Japanese yen. The aim is to strengthen health-related fields and expand business in the Asia-Pacific region.

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Tokyo to develop support bases to support start-up companies, etc.

2023-04-27 07:41:00
In order to actively support the development and overseas expansion of start-up companies that create innovative businesses through new technology development, the Tokyo Metropolitan Government will establish a large-scale support base in the city this fiscal year.

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NY Dow price drops for 2 consecutive days Financial unrest reignites due to worsening management of US regional banks

2023-04-27 06:19:00
On the 26th, the New York stock market saw an increase in sell orders due to concerns about the recurrence of financial instability triggered by the deterioration of the management of regional banks in the United States, and the Dow Jones Industrial Average fell for the second consecutive day.

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Bank of Japan Governor Ueda First monetary policy meeting from today

2023-04-27 05:33:00
The Bank of Japan will hold its first monetary policy meeting under Governor Ueda for two days starting on the 27th. Governor Ueda has indicated that he intends to continue with monetary easing under the current framework, but the focus will be on what he will say about the outlook for prices and the exit from monetary easing.

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