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Exciting Changes Coming to Nikkei CNBC in Spring 2026

Nikkei CNBC, the leading market and economic news channel in Japan, is set to undergo a substantial program overhaul starting March 30, 2026. The changes come with the introduction of a new corporate logo and a modernized studio set designed to enhance viewer experience. With these updates, viewers can look forward to more engaging content that reflects current market dynamics.

Key Program Highlights

One of the flagship programs, "Morning Express," will continue its tradition of relaying critical market updates from the U.S. to Japan. Broadcasting weekdays from 8:15 AM to 11:35 AM, this program has been a staple since its launch in 2007 and will ramp up its delivery of market information as it approaches its 20th anniversary.

New Segment: Today’s Focus

Time: 8:32 AM - 8:36 AM
Host Matsumoto and caster Naoi, along with NQN reporters, will dissect the key drivers affecting today’s markets. The discussions will cover a variety of topics, including monetary policy, geopolitical factors, political developments, current events, individual stocks, and economic indicators.

New Segment: Morning Stock Talk

Time: 9:27 AM - 9:45 AM
Shortly after market opening, host Matsumoto and caster Naoi will revisit notable market movements and individual stocks alongside NQN reporters, providing insights into topics that may have been left unexplored earlier in the broadcast.

Bringing Markets Closer to Viewers

In a move to make market information more accessible, a new program titled "Market Compass" will air from 12:25 PM to 3:18 PM on weekdays, covering the Tokyo market in the lead-up to the start of afternoon trading. This program will also expand resources for beginners in asset management and investment, making financial literacy more approachable.

New Segment: Exciting Investing

Time: 1:00 PM - 1:20 PM
This segment is tailored for novice investors hesitant to take foundational steps into asset building. Each weekday will feature top experts simplifying investment concepts, ensuring that after six months of watching, viewers will feel a palpable increase in their knowledge and skills related to asset management.

Expert Line-Up:

• - Tuesday: Taki Raito, Money Consultant - Solving financial frustrations with a holistic approach.
• - Wednesday: Tetsushi Noji, Finwell Institute - Analogy of asset building to mountaineering, teaching effective spending strategies.
• - Thursday: Naoko Shinoda, Fund Analyst - Helping viewers select better investment options in a complex market.
• - Friday: Kazuki Kodama, Investor with 300,000 social media followers - Providing continuous support in finding stable investment opportunities.

Additionally, the Monday segment features the editor-in-chief of Nikkei Veritas joining for a talk show.

Simplifying Daily Market Insights

The new show "Tokyo Closing Bell" will wrap up each trading day from 3:18 PM to 4:30 PM, providing a detailed overview of the Tokyo market. This show will sync with Nikkei Veritas, where top journalists will offer insights into key market points, providing hints for future trading days, including updates on earnings reports and major company adjustments.

Segment: Today’s Highlights

Time: 4:07 PM - 4:30 PM
Commentators from "Market Compass" will return to further dissect market events, delivering actionable insights for viewers.

A Revamped Studio Environment

From March 30, 2026, Nikkei CNBC will also unveil a completely refreshed studio designed under the concept of the "Future Economy Lab." The goal is to foster a sharp, intellectual atmosphere where viewers can feel that in-depth information on economic trends is being accurately captured and conveyed through the studio's broadcast.

Nikkei CNBC has been delivering 24/7 uninterrupted financial and market news since its inception in October 1999 and continues to adapt to the ever-changing global economic landscape. For more information, visit their special reform page.

Additionally, viewers interested in deeper engagement can subscribe to "Nikkei CNBC Online," a video-on-demand service featuring diverse content tailored for committed investors. More details are available here.