Hitachi, Advantest lead Japan Inc profit bonanza
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- Category: Asia
- Language: EN
- Published: 2026-05-01 06:18 UTC
- Sources: Nikkei Asia
Japanese technology firms Hitachi and Advantest have seen significant profits due to increased demand for AI-related services. This growth has contributed to a larger profit boom in Japanese industry.
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