Japan

US-China trade wars could dent Japan's export growth

The US accounts for 20% of Japan's total exports.

US-China trade wars could dent Japan's export growth

The US accounts for 20% of Japan's total exports.

Business confidence in Japan slipped in Q2 2018

Large manufacturers' worries intensify over trade frictions and geopolitical risks.

Asian firms could pay in-demand workers US$15,000 more amidst talent crunch

Japan's salary surge could cost as much as US$468b by 2030.

Japan's trade deficit reached US$5.23b in May

There was a 20.7% YoY import increase in the energy sector.

Abe's party election to spur market speculations in Japan

Trade frictions with US may also pose yen appreciation.

Japan to launch new resident status for low-skilled foreign workers

Foreigners could help counter labour shortage in construction and agriculture.

Japanese regional banks form fintech joint venture in bid for survival

Seven lenders will take a stake of little over 14% in the JV.

Japanese banks reportedly mulling joint ATMs to cut massive losses

Declining loan demand is squeezing the profits of the country's lenders.

Tax hike to accelerate auto sales in Japan by 8.7%

Consumers and firms will likely take advantage of lower vehicle prices this year.

Japan's GDP grew 1.6% in 2017

This was driven by strong domestic demand.

Japan's GDP to increase 0.4% in Q4

Global domestic demand is likely to boost growth.

Japan upsizes bond buys to US$4.1b

But BoJ’s weak policy outlook poses a threat.

Japan's silver population boom threatens economy

Japanese population aged 65 and older will rise to 30% by 2030.

Number of jobless in Japan falls 5.9% in July

The country has 1.9 million unemployed persons.

Japan's GDP growth hits 4% in Q2

Domestic demand was the main driver of GDP growth.

Japan's GDP dips 0.1% in June

Blame weak demand from overseas.