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Any suggestions for Samsung to get out of the rut? The remedy for its slow transformation may be hidden in the experience of Japanese peers. According to reports by Nikkei and Korea media outlet edaily, Samsung has begun researching Japanese companies, led by its Future Business Planning Division. ...
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Japan’s industrial production declined in August, according to data released by Japan's Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) on October 15. Industrial production in August fell by 4.9% year-over-year, a 6% drop compared to the previous month. On a month-over-month basis, industrial pr...
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According to TechNews, citing a report from Nikkei, the Chitose government stated that approximately 50% of the construction of the pilot production line at chipmaker Rapidus’s Hokkaido plant was completed in September. Construction for other processes, such as chip manufacturing, began in Octo...
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Japanese government-backed foundry Rapidus aims to begin mass production of 2nm chips by 2027. According to a MoneyDJ report, existing shareholders like Sony and NAND Flash giant Kioxia are reportedly considering additional investments to support the company's funding needs. The Japan Times cited...
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Weekly Market Review: Last week, a rebound in technology stocks propelled the S&P 500 to a 4% gain, positioning it to once again challenge historical highs. U.S. 2-year and 10-year Treasury yields continued to decline, reflecting expectations of Federal Reserve rate cuts, and the spread between...