Japanese PM Takaichi says there is currently no need for an extra budget

The statement from Japanese PM Takaichi suggests a stable fiscal outlook, indicating that the government feels confident in current budget allocations.

Newsquawk StaffPublished 27 Apr 2026, 08:11 UTCOn the live feed at 07:51 UTC — 5 more headlines followed before this page went public

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This may lead to a more stable environment for investor sentiment but could limit any immediate stimulus measures, affecting commodities and metals tied to economic health in Japan.

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