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Japanese Economy
A Look at Japan’s Latest Hydrogen Strategy
By Daisuke Akimoto
The Kishida administration last month announced its new hydrogen strategy, a key thrust in efforts to achieve decarbonization, a stable energy supply and economic growth.
Is the New Bank of Japan Governor Up to the Task?
By KOMINE Takao
Incoming BOJ head Ueda Kazuo faces some difficult challenges.
Japan: The Ministry That Cried Wolf
By Richard Katz
Japan's Finance Ministry has been predicting a government bond crash since the 70s.
Solving Japan’s Wage Stagnation Syndrome
By Richard Katz
Hint: Urging companies to hike wages won’t do the job.
What Can Asia Expect From Suga’s Japan?
By Ankit Panda
Abe's successor will represent continuity, but faces a challenging set of internal issues.
Japan’s Economy Officially Enters Recession for First Time Since 2015
By Ankit Panda
The effects of COVID-19 are likely to result in further economic pain for Japan.
Japan’s COVID-19 State of Emergency Is No Lockdown. What’s In It?
By Associated Press
Your questions about Japan’s anti-COVID–19 measures, answered.
Japan’s Economy Shrinks 7 Percent in Last Quarter, Risks Recession
By Associated Press
Japan's first economic contraction in more than a year started even before the coronavirus panic.
Abe: Flex Hours, Work Style Among Key Steps to Fight Virus
By Associated Press
The Japanese prime minister took aim at the country’s work culture amid concerns about further spread of the 2019 novel coronavirus.
Understanding Japan’s Struggle to Reform the Shareholder-Management Relationship
By David Baran
Corporate governance has a long way to go in Japan.
North Korea Crisis Hits Asia’s Biggest Economies
By Anthony Fensom
Heightened tensions on the Korean Peninsula are already impacting regional economies.
Did Abe Convince Trump Japan Wasn't a Currency Manipulator?
By Ankit Panda
Shinzo Abe is confident that Trump is on board with Japanese monetary practices.
China’s Zombie Companies and Japan’s Lost Two Decades
By Kai Kajitani
Japan’s experience is instructive for China economy watchers.
A Weaker Yen Is Coming: Who Are The Winners and Losers?
By Anthony Fensom
The BOJ is determined to reverse the recent strengthening of Japan’s currency.
Brexit Is Not Asia’s Only Worry
By Anthony Fensom
Warning lights are flashing, say some analysts.
Japan’s Elections: A Vote For Abenomics
By Anthony Fensom
The prime minister wins a mandate on further reforms. Can he deliver?
Abenomics, the Upper House Elections, and Japan's Political Future
By Ankit Panda
Mina Pollmann joins Ankit Panda to discuss trends in Japanese politics before the July 2016 House of Councilors elections.
Japan: Abe Set to Delay Next Tax Hike
By Anthony Fensom
Bowing to economic realities, the Japanese PM will reportedly postpone the next consumption tax hike.
Deflation Threatens Australia
By Anthony Fensom
The deflation disease appears to be spreading rapidly through Asia.
Asia’s Growth Prospects in Beijing’s Hands
By Anthony Fensom
A slowing China has prompted the ADB has cut its growth forecasts for the region.
It's Official: Japan's Population Is Still Declining
By Ankit Panda
Since 2010, nearly one million Japanese have vanished. How can the government stop population decline?
Is Abenomics Dead?
By Anthony Fensom
If it is to be saved, the government needs to start thinking about working people.
Why the Bank of Japan's Negative Interest Rate Decision Matters
By Ankit Panda
Japan is experimenting with negative interest rates. Here's what that means.
China Fears Escalate As World Economy Slows
By Anthony Fensom
2016 looks increasingly like a difficult year for the global economy.
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