Mar24th
Japan’s consumer inflation off 41-year high but stays above BOJ goal
Core CPI rose 3.1% in February, far over central bank’s target of 2%
Toshiba accepts $15bn buyout offer from Japanese consortium
Japan Industrial Partners-led bid marks 10% premium over stock’s latest close
Nomura Real Estate and JR East jump into Japan’s banking sector
Businesses see opportunity for stronger customer ties with financial services
Toshiba’s approval of $15bn buyout offer puts ball in shareholders’ court
Investors to weigh bid that was reduced amid earnings downgrades
Japan real estate sees signs of global investors shying away
Clouded outlook for financial markets saps buying appetite
