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Japan braces for BOJ to lift rates sooner and higher
Markets converging towards view BOJ will next hike in JulyBond yields rise on awareness BOJ might hike rates beyond 1%Board member Takata's Wednesday speech may offer policy cluesUS focus on 'currency manipulation' may help BOJ hike ratesBy Leika Kihara TOKYO, Feb 17 (Reuters) - Hawki...Reuters
Mon, Feb 17
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Taiwan Strait does not belong to China, Taiwan defence ministry says
TAIPEI, Feb 17 (Reuters) - The Taiwan Strait is absolutely "not within the scope of China's sovereignty", and any deliberate Chinese attempts to create tension will pose a real threat to global security, the island's defence ministry said on Monday.Peace and stability in the strait i...Reuters
Mon, Feb 17
Stocks
LIVE MARKETS-Hey, Asia has tech shares too
Welcome to the home for real-time coverage of markets brought to you by Reuters reporters. You can share your thoughts with us at markets.research@thomsonreuters.comHEY, ASIA HAS TECH SHARES TOOA look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Wayne Cole.It's been a mostly upbeat start...Reuters
Mon, Feb 17
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BRIEF-Japan's Mitsubishi Electric: Signs Agreement With Taiwan's HD Renewable Energy, Will Establish Joint Venture And Acquire Stake
Feb 17 (Reuters) - Mitsubishi Electric Corp 6503.T:MITSUBISHI ELECTRIC SIGNS AGREEMENT WITH HD RENEWABLE ENERGY, WILL ESTABLISH JOINT VENTURE AND ACQUIRE STAKESource text: https://www.mitsubishielectric.com/news/2025/0217.htmlFurther company coverage: 6503.TReuters
Mon, Feb 17
Stocks
GLOBAL MARKETS-Asia shares cautiously higher, yen buoyed by upbeat GDP
Asian stock markets : https://tmsnrt.rs/2zpUAr4Nikkei weathers rising yen, HK tech shares in limelightJapan GDP beats forecasts, dollar hit by poor retail data Investors wary of Russia-Ukraine talks, tariff news Updates to Asia afternoonBy Wayne Cole SYDNEY, Feb 17 (Reuters) - Asia share markets ...Reuters
Mon, Feb 17
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South Korea aims to secure 10,000 GPUs for national AI computing centre
By Heekyong Yang SEOUL, Feb 17 (Reuters) - South Korea on Monday announced plans to secure 10,000 high-performance graphics processing units (GPUs) within this year in a bid to keep pace as the global AI race escalates. "As competition for dominance in the AI industry intensifies, the...Reuters
Mon, Feb 17
Commodities
Gold price retakes $2,900 mark amid broadly weaker USD
Gold regained positive traction on Monday amid sustained USD weakness. Concerns about Trump’s tariffs further benefit the safe-haven XAU/USD pair. The fundamental and technical setup underpin prospects for additional gains.
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Mon, Feb 17
Forex
FOREX-Yen jumps; Aussie, kiwi firm ahead of rate decisions
Yen rises on better-than-expected Q4 GDP dataDollar broadly on the back footRBA, RBNZ expected to deliver rate cuts this weekUpdates to Asia afternoonBy Rae Wee SINGAPORE, Feb 17 (Reuters) - The yen rose on Monday in a boost from upbeat Japanese GDP data, while the Australian and New Zealand dol...Reuters
Mon, Feb 17
Economic Indicator
Japan's 10-year JGB yield hits 15-year high as GDP beats expectations
TOKYO, Feb 17 (Reuters) - Shorter-duration Japanese government bond (JGB) yields rose on Monday, with the 10-year yield hitting a 15-year high after data revealed that the economy expanded more than expected in the fourth quarter, boosting bets for an interest rate hike.
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Mon, Feb 17
Cryptocurrencies
Analyst Eyes 167% Upside Potential On Shiba Inu While FXGuys ($FXG) Is Predicted For A 880% Jump
Shiba Inu (SHIB) and FXGuys ($FXG) are stirring interest in the crypto market for different reasons. While SHIB prepares for a 167% price pump, $FXG’s potential 880% climb is attracting investors and traders eager for long-term gains. While SHIB remains one of the top altcoins in crypto trading, FXGuys is proving to be a game-changer […]Cryptopolitan
Mon, Feb 17
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BRIEF-Koshidaka Holdings - To Open 'Karaoke Manekineko' In Los Angeles, U.S., Goal Is To Set Up 100 Stores In Five Years
Feb 17 (Reuters) - Koshidaka Holdings Co Ltd 2157.T:KOSHIDAKA HOLDINGS - TO OPEN 'KARAOKE MANEKINEKO' IN LOS ANGELES, U.S., GOAL IS TO SET UP 100 STORES IN FIVE YEARSSource text: ID:nTSnq8d001Further company coverage: 2157.TReuters
Mon, Feb 17
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US decision to block Nippon Steel-U.S. Steel deal was 'unjust political interference', Ishiba says
TOKYO, Feb 17 (Reuters) - Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba said on Monday the decision by a United States government review board and then-President Joe Biden to block Nippon Steel's 5401.T acquisition of U.S. Steel X.N was "unjust political interference."Reuters
Mon, Feb 17
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QUOTES-What's the significance of Xi's meeting with private enterprises?
Adds quotes in paragraphs 5-10 Feb 17 (Reuters) - China's President Xi Jinping delivered a speech on Monday at a symposium on private enterprises attended by tech entrepreneurs including Alibaba 9988.HK co-founder Jack Ma, state media reported.There were no specific details about the symposi...Reuters
Mon, Feb 17
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INSIGHT-German voters demand change as Europe's biggest economy stalls
High energy costs have hurt German manufacturers post-Ukraine warDebt brake limits German government's infrastructure, education investment Far right AfD has gained in popularity amid economic dissatisfaction in GelsenkirchenBy Maria Martinez GELSENKIRCHEN, Germany, Feb 17 (Reuters) - Lars Ba...Reuters
Mon, Feb 17
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Rubio arrives in Saudi Arabia before Russia talks to end Ukraine war
Trump officials meeting with Russians reportedly set for TuesdayRubio says coming weeks and days will determine if Putin is serious about peaceTrump's Gaza plan also on agenda in Riyadh Feb 17 (Reuters) - U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio arrives in Saudi Arabia on Monday ahead of expected ...Reuters
Mon, Feb 17
Commodities
INSIGHT-Libya's first private oil firm grows in eastern commander's shadows
Arkenu exported 7.6 million barrels of Libyan oil since MayEastern commander's son has indirect control, U.N. report saysNational Oil Corp historically Libya's sole crude exporterBy Yousef Saba and Ahmad Ghaddar DUBAI/LONDON, Feb 17 (Reuters) - A Libyan company linked to the powerful fact...Reuters
Mon, Feb 17
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QUOTES-What's the significance of Xi's meeting with private enterprises?
Adds quote at top Feb 17 (Reuters) - China's President Xi Jinping has delivered a speech at a symposium on private enterprises attended by tech entrepreneurs including Alibaba 9988.HK co-founder Jack Ma, official media reported on Monday.There were no specific details about the symposium. Re...Reuters
Mon, Feb 17
Economic Indicator
RPT-IFC chief says it is doubling down on Pakistan, eyeing large infrastructure financing
Repeats story from Friday with no changesIFC chief says $2 billion annual investment in Pakistan not hard targetEyeing investment in infrastructure, agriculture, digital and financial sectorsCountry needs investment in big projects such as airports, energy and portsBy Ariba Shahid ISLAMABAD, Feb ...Reuters
Mon, Feb 17
