(March 10): Japan’s economy expanded in the final quarter of 2025 more than initially reported thanks to stronger corporate investment, as Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi urges further spending to develop key industries. Japan is attempting to keep its trade deal with the US intact following a US court ruling against President Donald Trump’s tariffs. Pressure on Japanese companies to invest in the US as part of the deal could discourage domestic spending. Even before strife erupted in the Middle East the premier was planning to offer companies incentives via her proactive spending measures so that Japanese companies would increase their domestic investment. “To support consumption, the Takaichi administration should actively implement measures to suppress gasoline prices,” Saito said.

Source: The Edge Markets March 10, 2026 03:13 UTC