Japanese PM Takaichi says the election will be held on the 8th of February
The announcement of the election date by Japanese PM Takaichi is significant as it can lead to increased political uncertainty and market volatility in Japan.
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Japanese PM Takaichi says the election will be held on the 8th of February
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Japanese PM Takaichi says she intends to suspend the sales tax on food for a two year period
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Typically, such events can impact the JPY as traders assess potential changes in policy direction; watch for fluctuations in commodities and metals that are sensitive to Japanese economic developments.
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