Navigating Japan's Economic Landscape

In this chapter, the podcast explores the complexities of the Japanese economy amid U.S. tariff policies and a weak yen, focusing on the effects on exports, especially in the automobile sector. The discussion also highlights recent political changes and their potential implications for fiscal policy, consumer behaviour, and inflation rates. Additionally, the chapter examines generational disparities in wage growth and the resilience of consumer spending in the Asia Pacific region despite ongoing macroeconomic challenges.