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‘Silent Partner’ Vows Support for Japan’s First Female Prime Minister

‘Silent Partner’ Vows Support for Japan’s First Female Prime Minister

Yamamoto’s Support for Takaichi Amid Political Differences Taku Yamamoto is a Japanese politician aligned with the peace-oriented faction of the Liberal Democratic Party (LDP). He currently finds himself in a significant policy disagreement with the newly appointed Prime Minister, Sanae Takaichi. On Tuesday, Yamamoto pledged to set aside their differences and offer his full support […]

Japan’s First Woman Leader Aims for Conservative Policies and Stronger Ties with the U.S.

Japan’s First Woman Leader Aims for Conservative Policies and Stronger Ties with the U.S.

Sanae Takaichi Becomes Japan’s First Female Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, Japan’s first female prime minister, unveiled a bold conservative agenda after her parliamentary victory on Tuesday. Her administration is also keen on enhancing defense ties with the United States. Much of Takaichi’s agenda is rooted in her longstanding political beliefs, influenced by global conservative figures […]

International investors are currently positive about Japan’s new government.

International investors are currently positive about Japan's new government.

On February 19, 2024, a visitor walked past the Nikkei stock quote board in Tokyo. This scene is emblematic of recent developments in Japan’s financial landscape. Global asset managers are increasingly looking towards Japan’s stock and bond markets, motivated by the new government’s reflation policies and the high valuations seen in U.S. and European markets. […]

Sanae Takaichi Makes History by Being Elected as Japan’s First Woman Prime Minister

Sanae Takaichi Makes History by Being Elected as Japan's First Woman Prime Minister

Japan’s First Female Prime Minister Takes Office Conservative Sanae Takaichi made history on Tuesday as Japan’s first female prime minister, winning 237 votes out of 465 in the House of Commons. This remarkable achievement follows a historic coalition agreement that her party reached just a day prior. Takaichi is notable not only for her groundbreaking […]

Yen drops in value following Takaichi’s election as Japan’s Prime Minister

Yen drops in value following Takaichi's election as Japan's Prime Minister

SINGAPORE, Oct 21 The yen declined after the election of Sanae Takaichi as Japan’s first female prime minister, spurring investor speculation about a challenging interest rate landscape and potential increases in government spending. Takaichi, who leads the ruling Liberal Democratic Party, secured victory in a lower house ballot on Tuesday, setting the stage for her […]

Japanese Yen faces uncertainty due to changes in Japan’s politics

Japanese Yen faces uncertainty due to changes in Japan's politics

The Japanese yen (JPY) is facing difficulty capitalizing on a minor rebound against the generally weaker US dollar (USD) as traders navigate the political landscape in Japan. Reports indicate that Japan’s ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) and Japan Ishin no Kai (JIP) have reached an agreement to establish a coalition government. This development paves the […]

Yen weakens as Takaichi, with a soft approach, is poised to become Japan’s Prime Minister; Australian dollar rises.

Yen weakens as Takaichi, with a soft approach, is poised to become Japan's Prime Minister; Australian dollar rises.

TOKYO Market Update: Yen Weakens Amid Political Moves TOKYO, Oct 20 – The yen experienced a decline on Monday as Sanae Takaichi, a proponent of fiscal and monetary stimulus, looks set to become Japan’s next prime minister, having reportedly secured crucial political endorsements for the position. Investor sentiment regarding safe-haven currencies improved as trade tensions […]