Tsunagaru Inc. and Sapporo showcase green transformation in media tour, offering insights to foreign reporters.

In December 2025 in Osaka, Japan, Tsunagaru Inc. partnered with the City of Sapporo to organize a press tour for international journalists in November. The tour showcased Sapporo's innovative green transformation (GX) efforts as the city strives to position itself as a leader in sustainability in Asia.

Japan October industrial production +1.5% y/y vs +1.6% prelim

Prior was +2.0%Prelim was +1.6%Capacity utilization +3.3% vs +2.5% prelim Japanese factory data this week has been firm, showing that the trade war isn't a problem so far.

The Nikkei 225 index closed up 0.9% in the morning session, reporting 50,610.04 points. The Tokyo Stock Exchange index closed up 1.6% in the morning session

investingLive Asia-pacific market news wrap: Big miss in the Australian jobs report

Australia's employment fell by 21.3K in November, missing expectations. Mexico imposed tariffs up to 50% on Asian imports. UK house prices survey was better than expected. New Zealand's manufacturing sales rose. Japan's business survey index improved. RBC forecasts gold to average $4,600 in 2026. Oracle shares fell 10% amid AI spending concerns. Gold and US yields dropped, while WTI crude remained flat. AUD fell after a weak jobs report, influenced by risk aversion and post-Fed trade unwinding. Mexico's tariffs may lead to US negotiations to replace Chinese goods.

Japan 10-Year Yield Tracks US Yields Lower

Japan's 10-year bond yield fell to 1.92%, tracking US Treasury yields after the Fed's rate cut. Investors anticipate a rate hike at the upcoming Bank of Japan meeting, with focus on Governor Ueda's comments. Japan's 20-year bond auction saw strong demand, with a bid-to-cover ratio of 4.1, as higher yields attracted investors.