João Lima

In this discussion, Paul Jackson, Asia EcoGov editor for Bloomberg News, shares essential insights on Japan's economic outlook amidst indicators like GDP and factory output. João Lima, Bloomberg's Portugal bureau chief, dives into the upcoming general election, exploring the contrasting policies of major political parties. Together, they discuss how U.S. economic indicators, trade negotiations, and retail strategies—particularly Walmart's tactics—will influence markets globally. The conversation highlights Japan's unique challenges and Portugal's political landscape as key elements to watch.

Join João Lima, Bloomberg's Portugal bureau chief, and Paul Jackson, Asia EcoGov editor in Tokyo, as they dive into the week ahead. They discuss the critical U.S. economic data that could sway Federal Reserve decisions and Walmart's strategies to handle rising tariffs. João analyzes Portugal's upcoming election, emphasizing the political tensions between parties. Meanwhile, Paul sheds light on Japan's economic indicators, revealing the challenges of stagnant growth and inflation while juxtaposing Japan's struggles with Hong Kong's tourism rebound.

Join Paul Jackson, Asia EcoGov editor for Bloomberg News in Tokyo, and João Lima, Bloomberg's Portugal bureau chief, as they discuss pivotal global economic trends. They dive into the implications of the upcoming U.S. Consumer Price Index on inflation and Federal Reserve policy. The conversation shifts to Portugal's tightly contested general election and its potential economic repercussions. Additionally, insights into Japan's economic challenges, including slow growth and tariff impacts, provide a comprehensive look at what drives today's markets.