Little clarity in the initial 2027 budget numbers September 4, 2026September 4, 2026 by Tobias S. Harris KEY TAKEAWAYS
US pressure on macroeconomic policy puts Takaichi in bind September 1, 2026September 1, 2026 by Tobias S. Harris KEY TAKEAWAYS
Takaichi vulnerable ahead of challenging political stretch August 27, 2026August 27, 2026 by Tobias S. Harris KEY TAKEAWAYS
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