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The Intelligence from The Economist

Lost in stagnation? Japan’s economic paradox

Jul 16, 2024
21:56
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Exploring Japan's economic paradox and future projections, the podcast delves into the challenges of applying animal-tested therapies to humans. It also highlights the rise of etiquette classes and the evolution of manners in the digital age.
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  • Japan's economy shows signs of recovery with improving inflation and stock markets, reflecting a shift from stagnation.
  • Biomedical therapies tested on animals have a low success rate in human applications, highlighting translational challenges in medical research.

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Japan's Economic Turnaround: The Optimistic Viewpoint

Japan's economy has shown signs of improvement with inflation exceeding 2% since April 2022. Wages are increasing, stock markets are flourishing, and the central bank has raised interest rates after 17 years. This positive outlook reflects a shift from the prolonged stagnation Japan has faced.

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