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Japan launches largest property fund
Japan’s largest property fund, worth about US$3.75 billion, has launched to develop large-scale facilities in urban areas. The move also highlights growing foreign investment in next-generation infrastructure, including logistics facilities in Japan.
France starts penalising "ultra-fast fashion"
Economy 01:38France is introducing a new mechanism to curb ‘ultra-fast fashion’ - a business model built around very cheap clothing, thousands of new styles released at high speed, and a cycle that encourages consumers to buy more and discard items quickly. Platforms such as Shein and Temu are expected to be among the most affected.
Japan launches largest property fund
Economy 01:53Japan’s largest property fund, worth about US$3.75 billion, has launched to develop large-scale facilities in urban areas. The move also highlights growing foreign investment in next-generation infrastructure, including logistics facilities in Japan.
Japan IPO valuations hit record high
Economy 01:55The average market capitalisation of companies newly listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange reached a record 30.9 billion yen (US$193 million) between January and August 2026, up 60% from 2025. The trend suggests Japanese start-ups are taking more time to build scale and a stronger foundation before going public.
EU flags some Vietnam-linked food shipments
Economy 03:23Recent EU alerts have flagged several Vietnam-linked food shipments over strict safety concerns, including pesticide residues and labelling issues. As the European market enforces increasingly tough regulations, Vietnamese exporters are being urged to control quality right from the farm. Mastering these demanding standards is absolutely crucial to safeguarding the reputation and future of Vietnam's agricultural exports on the global stage.
Hai Phong sets pace in FTA implementation
Economy 02:58Hai Phong is leading the way in putting Vietnam's free trade agreements to work for businesses. Vietnam's growing network of free trade agreements, or FTAs, is opening new opportunities for businesses to expand exports and attract investment. Turning those opportunities into tangible gains, however, depends on effective implementation and support at the local level.
Vietnam sets sights on eco-industrial parks
Economy 03:02Vietnam is shifting its FDI strategy from numbers to the quality of projects, with a growing focus on high-tech and strategic industries such as electronics and semiconductors. As manufacturers face increasing pressure to cut emissions and meet ESG standards, greener and more integrated industrial parks are becoming key to attracting higher-value manufacturing projects.
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