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Tokyo CPI rises more than expected in Dec, supports rate hike bets

Tokyo's CPI inflation rose more than expected in December, boosting chances of a Bank of Japan rate hike as core inflation remains below target.

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Japan stocks higher at close of trade; Nikkei 225 up 1.39%

Japan's Nikkei 225 rose 1.39%, led by J.Front Retailing and Nissan. Rising stocks outnumbered declines, with J.Front touching a 5-year high amid commodity updates.

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Asia stocks muted amid thin trading, Japan shares jump on record budget plans

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Japan stocks lower at close of trade; Nikkei 225 down 0.32%

Japan's Nikkei 225 fell 0.32% with gains in Nissan, Toyota, and Kawasaki, while losses were seen in Rakuten, Konami, and Fuji Electric. Key commodities and currency updates included.

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Japan stocks lower at close of trade; Nikkei 225 down 0.26%

Japan's Nikkei 225 index fell 0.26%, led by declines in various sectors, while Honda and Mitsubishi Motor stocks rose significantly. Oil prices also increased slightly.

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Japan stocks higher at close of trade; Nikkei 225 up 1.16%

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Asia stocks rise on US inflation cheer; Honda-Nissan merger in focus

Asian stocks rose, driven by Wall Street gains and softer U.S. inflation data; Japanese stocks gained amid Honda-Nissan merger speculation, while broader Asian markets advanced.

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Asia shares rally on US inflation relief

Asian shares rose as U.S. inflation eased policy fears, avoiding a government shutdown. Strong dollar impacts commodities, while market focuses on upcoming Fed meetings and bond yields.

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Stock funds witnessed biggest inflows ever in a week to Wednesday: BofA

Equity funds saw a record inflow of $68.7 billion, while cash and bond funds faced significant outflows, driven by bullish sentiment and volatility in markets.

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Bank of Japan to wait until 'at least' March before a potential hike: BofA

The Bank of Japan decided to maintain the overnight call rate at 0.25%, with one dissenting vote urging an increase, citing economic uncertainties and wage considerations.