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Japan’s Nikkei Hits Record High, Surpassing 1989 Peak

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Japan’s Nikkei Hits Record High, Surpassing 1989 Peak

A shift in investors’ outlook for Japan has encouraged a flurry of cash into the country’s markets.

By Joe Rennison and Jason Karaian

Japan’s Economy Slips Into Recession and to No. 4 in Global Ranking

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Japan’s Economy Slips Into Recession and to No. 4 in Global Ranking

A slowdown in consumer and business spending held Japan back at the end of last year, with the economy contracting for the second straight quarter.

By Hisako Ueno and Daisuke Wakabayashi

Japan Takes Another Step Away From Easy Money

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Japan Takes Another Step Away From Easy Money

The Bank of Japan said it would be more flexible in how it manages government bond yields, citing rising inflation.

By Rich Barbieri and Joe Rennison

Why ‘Soft Landing’ Optimists Shouldn’t Celebrate Just Yet

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Why ‘Soft Landing’ Optimists Shouldn’t Celebrate Just Yet

Despite a barrage of interest-rate increases, the economy is faring better than many on Wall Street had imagined. But the wild card of inflation still looms.

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