Markets welcome rumour that Kuroda will head BoJ

Partner up or perish: Why Japan’s regional banks are racing to consolidate

New tie-ups in Tohoku and Kansai highlight growing pressure on Japan's regional banks to defend deposits and cut costs.

November 03, 2026

Citi names two senior Japan IB appointments

Citi has named Hajime Higuchi as head of M&A and Yoshinobu Agu as head of sponsor coverage for Japan.

October 04, 2026

BOJ keeps rates unchanged, adjusts GDP growth, as tariff threat brings Apac currency turbulence

Japan's economy set to be hit amid some wild currency moves across the region, including from the Taiwan dollar.

May 06, 2025

Natixis CIB expands in Japan with M&A specialist buy

The French bank has agreed to acquire M&A specialist Sangyo Sosei Advisory.

October 20, 2026

Bank of Japan lifts rates to 0.25%

The Bank of Japan has raised interest rates to the highest level since 2008, while the US Fed has held rates again with signs of a potential cut in September.

July 31, 2024

Societe Generale appoints Japan head of global markets

Tomoyuki Sasai is stepping up to replace Marc Saffon, who becomes Japan country head at the French bank.

August 31, 2026