Nikkei Rises as Meta’s AI Gadget Sparks Rally in Japan’s CPU-Related Stocks
Japan’s Nikkei advanced as Meta’s new AI-powered device triggered a rally in CPU and semiconductor-related stocks, led by sharp gains in Ibiden and other component makers.
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SGX Makes Value-Creation Disclosures Mandatory From 2027
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Hong Kong Pledges Competitiveness Without Tax Race Against Singapore
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SoftBank’s Proposed US$11 Billion Bond Sale Tests AI Debt Appetite
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