Housing industry hit by shortage of naphtha-derived materials
The housing industry in Japan is increasingly being affected by the short supply of naphtha-derived materials amid continuing…
BOJ will probably raise rates in June, former board member says
The Bank of Japan will probably raise its benchmark rate next month at a meeting that will determine…
Japan can intervene twice more before November under IMF rules, official notes
Japan can conduct only two more sessions of three-day interventions by November if it wants to maintain its…
Japanese government urges suppliers not to hold back critical materials from the market
The Japanese government is urging companies not to hold back supply of critical materials and components in anticipation…
Global startup hub chief calls for more government support from Japan
Japan needs to provide more policy support if it wants to achieve its goal of increasing startup funding…
Average cherry blossom-viewing budget falls 13.8%
People in Japan plan to spend ¥6,383 on average for cherry blossom viewing this year, down 13.8% from…
Recovery stalling in Japan’s domestic tourism
The recovery of domestic tourism among Japanese people is stalling as consumers are becoming more thrifty amid rising…
IMF urges Japan to avoid cutting sales tax amid higher expected borrowing costs
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has warned Japan against cutting sales tax when borrowing costs on public debt…
Yen Weakens While Dollar Remains Steady Amid Rate Speculation
Currency Market Overview By Ankur Banerjee Yen Performance and Economic Factors SINGAPORE, Feb 16 (Reuters) – The Japanese…
Japan’s ratio of household spending on food hits 44-year high
Japan’s ratio of household spending on food hit a 44-year high in 2025, reflecting elevated food prices, according…
Japanese consumers worried about inflation ahead of general election
Japanese consumers have expressed worries about rising prices of goods ahead of the Feb. 8 general election for…
Japan policy wonks consumed by debate over how to measure fiscal woes
A key measure of fiscal health in Japan is losing favor, with allies of the current administration saying…