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Japan consumption tax increase
October 23, 2017
Japan Election Victory Gives Abe Mandate For Reform
By Anthony Fensom
The ruling coalition scores a two-thirds majority in the Lower House elections.
January 15, 2015
Japanese Election: Abe’s Mandate?
By Aurelia George Mulgan
Understanding Abe’s mandate requires understanding what a political mandate really is.
November 22, 2014
Another Election in Tokyo
By Sheila A. Smith
The ruling coalition already has a huge majority in the Japanese parliament. So why go to the polls early?
November 21, 2014
Can Japan’s Corporations Kick-Start Recovery?
By Clint Richards
Record corporate dividends have not translated into higher wages and a “virtuous economic cycle.”
November 18, 2014
Will History Repeat in Japan?
By Anthony Fensom
Poor economic data prompt election talk and put the next consumption tax hike in doubt.
November 17, 2014
Recession Returns to Japan
By Clint Richards
Monday’s dismal figures put Japan on track for elections and a further tax delay.
November 14, 2014
Abe’s Tax Increase Gamble
By Clint Richards
As opposition to the tax builds, Japan must find a way to support its bold economic moves.
November 13, 2014
How an Election Gives Abe the Upper-Hand on Collective Self-Defense
By Clint Richards
A December election would be an Abenomics referendum, and an open door to a stronger military.
November 11, 2014
Could Abe Call a Snap Election?
By Clint Richards
An attempt to justify a change in course over the tax hike could backfire for the prime minister.
October 27, 2014
Will Japan Follow Through on its Next Tax Hike?
By Clint Richards
Declining approval and internal dissent are hindering Abe’s promise of fiscal responsibility.
October 02, 2014
Further Headwinds for Abenomics
By Clint Richards
The Japanese economy continues to lose momentum.
September 16, 2014
Shinzo Abe’s Big Plans for the Coming Diet Session
By Clint Richards
The Japanese prime minister has his eye on tax reform and Japan’s looming population crisis.
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