14:07 : Noda's Tax-Boost Plan Stalls in Danger to Japan Bond Yields -
Japanese Prime Minister Yoshihiko Noda says doubling the consumption tax is a necessary remedy to address soaring debt and social welfare costs. His opponents don't disagree; they're just not going to let him do it.
05:25 : Asia Stocks Rise on Prospects Japan May Move to Halt Yen's Gain -
Asian stocks rose for a third day after Japanese Prime Minister Yoshihiko Noda said he expects the Bank of Japan will take “bold” policy actions to address the yen's gain. Energy and mining shares advanced.