Japan’s Aeon more than triples first-half net profit to 13.3bn yen
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 13, 2026
Japan’s Aeon affiliate United Super Markets Holdings plans about 100 store closures by fiscal 2030, with some outlets potentially becoming drugstores or My Basket shops.
Bank of Japan official warns interest rates may need to rise faster
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 10, 2026
Bank of Japan Policy Board member Kazuyuki Masu points to inflation nearing the 2% target, negative real rates and the growing price impact of a weaker yen.
Many Japanese lenders to end paper promissory note and cheque issuance
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 07, 2026
An industry survey shows 83% of institutions planning a final issuance cut-off chose September 30, with smaller firms urged to adopt digital payments before March next year.
Bank Indonesia governor’s resignation revives autonomy concerns
MONDAY, JULY 27, 2026
Perry Warjiyo’s unexpected departure leaves Destry Damayanti in temporary charge as investors assess policy continuity and the central bank’s independence.