Japanese Finance Minister Katayama says they are not yet at a stage to talk about the specifics of an extra budget

Finance Minister Katayama's remarks suggest that Japan may not be preparing for immediate fiscal stimulus or adjustments, which could impact market expectations around support for the economy.

Newsquawk StaffPublished 18 May 2026, 06:25 UTCOn the live feed at 06:05 UTC, 20 minutes before this page

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This caution may keep investor sentiment cautious, particularly in commodities and metals markets that often respond to fiscal policy changes. Overall, the lack of specific commitments on an extra budget can lead to uncertainty in market dynamics tied to Japanese economic policy.

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