- 71% of Japanese companies find U.S. tariffs impact within expectations
- 84% of companies are not changing investment plans despite tariff threats
- Many firms are considering the limited term of the Trump administration
- Business strategies remain steady despite trade friction
- Six in ten firms support a sales tax cut due to rising inflation
- Nearly two-thirds oppose funding the tax cut through government bonds
- Concerns include Japan’s ageing population and rising social security costs
Source: forexlive.com
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