LDP signs off on tax cut, but broader fight is just beginning August 6, 2026August 6, 2026 by Tobias S. Harris KEY TAKEAWAYS
Takaichi buys time with joint intervention but tough decisions still await August 3, 2026August 3, 2026 by Tobias S. Harris KEY TAKEAWAYS
BOJ holds but anticipates higher inflation from multiple sources July 31, 2026July 31, 2026 by Tobias S. Harris KEY TAKEAWAYS
Consumption tax decision sets stage for fall fireworks July 30, 2026July 30, 2026 by Tobias S. Harris KEY TAKEAWAYS
Diet session ends with Takaichi on defensive July 24, 2026July 24, 2026 by Tobias S. Harris KEY TAKEAWAYS
Economic strategy commits Japan to risky course of action July 21, 2026July 21, 2026 by Tobias S. Harris KEY TAKEAWAYS
Changing the GPIF will be easier said than done July 13, 2026July 13, 2026 by Tobias S. Harris KEY TAKEAWAYS
Takaichi’s opponents force her to back down again July 8, 2026July 9, 2026 by Tobias S. Harris KEY TAKEAWAYS