Japan’s southwestern islands brace for weakened, still dangerous Typhoon Bavi

Typhoon Bavi threatens Japan’s Ishigaki Island, a popular southwestern tourist destination that is home to a Japanese army base.

Japan’s Rating Looks Stable Despite Spending Risks, Moody’s Says

The prospect of trillions of dollars of government spending that has rattled Japan’s bond and currency markets has yet to change views at Moody’s Ratings, at least for now.

Japan’s Bank Lending Rises Fastest Since Covid, Backing BOJ Path

Japan’s bank lending expanded at the fastest pace since the Covid pandemic, suggesting credit is still accessible and the Bank of Japan has room to keep raising interest rates.

Japan’s Kiuchi Says Government Isn’t Pushing for Low Rates

Media reports that claim Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s administration is attempting to steer interest rates lower aren’t accurate at all, according to Japan’s Growth Strategy Minister Minoru Kiuchi.

Japan’s Nominal Wages Top 3% Again in Longest Streak Since 1992

Japanese wages climbed again in May, comfortably outpacing inflation and reinforcing the Bank of Japan’s stance toward raising interest rates.