Japanese PM Takaichi affirms will consider revision of constitution and wants to pass budget and tax reform bill quickly, adds to consider revision of imperial household law

The comments from PM Takaichi signal a potential shift in Japan's constitutional and fiscal policies, which could have broader implications for both the economy and investor confidence.

Newsquawk StaffPublished 18 Feb 2026, 03:50 UTCOn the live feed at 03:30 UTC — 1 more headline followed before this page went public

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Rapid moves on budget and tax reforms may support economic growth, while any revisions to the imperial household law could influence social dynamics and stability, affecting market sentiment. Traders should watch how these developments play out against the backdrop of Japan's ongoing economic challenges and global commodity markets.

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