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Mitsui Chemicals to buy JSR for $12 billion

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JSR is a major photoresist maker.

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Monday, November 9, 2026 · Day 3 · Economy · Tokyo, Japan

Mitsui Chemicals to buy JSR for $12 billion

Mitsui Chemicals agreed to take over chip materials maker JSR for $12 billion. The deal backs consolidation of Japan's chip materials industry.

Why it matters: It affects the supply of materials used in chips.

Sources: Japan Times · See it on the globe

Sunday, November 8, 2026 · Day 2 · Economy · Tokyo, Japan

SoftBank, ABB weigh China carve-out for robotics deal

The firms consider carving out China after Beijing's investment review halted a $5.4 billion plan.

Why it matters: It shows how China's reviews shape global deals.

Sources: Japan Times · See it on the globe

Thursday, November 5, 2026 · Day 1 · Economy · Beijing, China

China blocks SoftBank's $5.4 billion ABB robotics deal

China blocked SoftBank's takeover of ABB's robot unit. The deal had been expected to lift SoftBank's revenue. Chinese stocks are in a bear market, with over $3 trillion wiped out.

Why it matters: It shows regulators shaping global tech deals.

Sources: Japan Times, Japan Times · See it on the globe

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