- Japan is considering a two-year cut to its food sales tax starting in April 2027.
- The proposed rate would drop from 8% to 1%, instead of being reduced to zero.
- The move could renew concerns among investors about Japan’s strained public finances.
- The timing may help Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi promote the policy ahead of municipal elections.
Source: reuters.com
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