Clouds loom over the renewed ceasefire agreement between Israel and Lebanon.

【Defense】The renewed ceasefire agreement between Israel and Lebanon is reported to have been thrown into crisis just hours after its implementation. On the 4th, clashes erupted between Israeli forces and Hezbollah, the Iran-aligned armed group in Lebanon, with both sides expressing doubts about each other's commitment to the ceasefire accord. <7011> Mitsubishi Heavy Industries　　　　<7012> Kawasaki Heavy Industries <6503> Mitsubishi Electric　　　　　　　<7270> SUBARU <7224> ShinMaywa　　　　　　　　<7721> Tokyo Keiki

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The United States and Iran exchanged attacks, with a drone strike targeting Kuwait International Airport.

【Defense】The United States and Iran are engaged in intense reciprocal attacks. Iran has reportedly launched ballistic missiles at U.S. military bases and carried out drone strikes on Kuwait’s airport. These escalations have unfolded amid a fragile ceasefire that began in April, as diplomatic efforts stall.

Fisco JapanJun 3 16:14 ET

Russia maintains its strategic foothold in Syria.

It has been reported that Russia dispatched a cargo ship to resupply its airbase in Syria. U.S. officials and The Wall Street Journal are said to have verified satellite imagery, indicating Russia's intention to maintain this strategically vital military outpost even under Syria's new leadership. <7011> Mitsubishi Heavy Industries　　　　<7012> Kawasaki Heavy Industries <6503> Mitsubishi Electric　　　　　　　<7270> SUBARU <7224> ShinMaywa

Fisco JapanJun 2 16:34 ET

SUMCO, Nippon Sanso Holdings, etc. (additional) Rating

Upgrades – Bullish Code Stock Name Securities Firm Previous Revised -------------------------------------------------------- <2810> House Foods GUBS “Neutral” “Buy” <6481> THK GS “Sell” “Neutral” <6674> GS Yuasa GS “Neutral” “Buy” <6861> Keyence GS “Neutral” “Buy” <9551> Metawater UBS “Neutral” “Buy” Downgrades –

Fisco JapanMay 28 22:12 ET

SpaceX, which holds a monopoly in rocket launches, gains an edge over OpenAI in the race to go public.

[Space Business] SpaceX, the space exploration company led by Elon Musk, and OpenAI, which develops artificial intelligence (AI), are competing to launch initial public offerings (IPOs). The two companies pursue entirely distinct business models in the AI market. While competition to develop cutting-edge AI is intensifying, SpaceX's unique approach is reportedly standing out. <7203> Toyota <7721> Tokyo Keiki <2359> Core <300

Fisco JapanMay 27 16:44 ET

NASA announces new plans for lunar base development.

【Space Business】On the 26th, the U.S. National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) announced details of its lunar base development program, 'Moonbase,' aiming to achieve a state of 'continuous human habitation' on the Moon by 2032 or later. It plans to commence related rocket launches within this year, running in parallel with the Artemis program for crewed lunar exploration. <7203> Toyota　　　　　<7721> Tokyo Keiki <2359> Core　　　　　　<3004> Jin-ei <3401> Teijin

Fisco JapanMay 26 17:09 ET