- plus higher fuel prices and adverse weather
PM Abe stating the berleedin’ obvious to parliament
- must decide by year-end whether Japan can cope with a second sales tax increase next year
We are aiming to revive the economy and proceed with fiscal consolidation at the same time, and ensure a virtuous cycle in the economy
A major mission of the Abe cabinet is to make people in every corner of the country feel the economy’s economy
- wants to achieve summit with Chinese leader at early stage
Nothing to see here. USDJPY 109.68 as Nikkei nudges higher again
Japanese PM Abe in obvious comment mode again