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Questions about The Nikkei

Short answers, pulled from the story.

When did The Nikkei start printing Chugai Bukka Shimpo?

The Nikkei began printing Chugai Bukka Shimpo in 1876 as a weekly bulletin for traders. This operation started within a small department of Mitsui & Company to track market fluctuations.

What is the current daily circulation of The Nikkei newspaper?

Daily circulation now exceeds 1.73 million copies according to recent figures. It stands as one of four national newspapers circulating throughout Japan alongside Asahi Shimbun, Yomiuri Shimbun, and Mainichi Shimbun.

Who signed the agreement with Singapore Press Holdings on the 25th of April 1990?

Singapore Press Holdings joined forces with The Nikkei to print same-day editions for Southeast Asia. That first edition appeared in Singapore starting October 1 of that year.

Which journalists criticized The Nikkei for corporate leaks in The Japan Times?

Shusuke Murai and Reiji Yoshida wrote this assessment for The Japan Times regarding corporate leaks from insiders. They noted the publication often avoids bluntly criticizing major Japanese firms.

When did three Hong Kong Police Force officers visit The Nikkei branch office?

Three Hong Kong Police Force officers visited the branch office on the 10th of August 2020. They arrived carrying a court order related to an advertisement placed twelve months earlier calling for international support for pro-democracy protests.