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The weak yen is becoming Japan's new normal (KOR)

Japan’s currency slide reflects structural economic shifts, raising doubts that intervention alone can restore the yen’s long-held safe-haven status.

2026.7.6

The weak yen is becoming Japan's new normal

Japan’s currency slide reflects structural economic shifts, raising doubts that intervention alone can restore the yen’s long-held safe-haven status.

2026.7.5

Takaichi signals looser fiscal goal, urges BOJ rate hike caution

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi said on Monday she would work on setting a new fiscal target extending through several years to allow more flexible spending, essentially watering down the country's commitment to fiscal consolidation.

2025.11.10

Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda attends a press conference after a policy meeting at BOJ headquarters in Tokyo on December 19, 2023. [REUTERS/ Yonhap]

BOJ hikes rates, sparking optimism for Korean exports

The Bank of Japan raised its interest rates for the first time in 17 years, which analysts expect to impact the competitiveness of Korean products and corporate products. Effects on semiconductors will likely be minimal.

2024.3.19