Economic Analysis

“Diversification” is Key to Boosting Domestic Travel Consumption

National and local governments, and businesses should work together to diversify travel periods, in order to reduce costs and ease congestion.

Does Stagnation of the Active Job Openings-to-Applicants Ratio Reflect the Actual Situation?

Be mindful of fluctuations in data and biases in aggregation targets due to the nature of operational statistics

Six-Months After DeepSeek Shock, Will US Remain Dominant?

Changes brought about by open-source AI model

Is the metaverse really over?

Even in an era of resurgence in real-world applications, there is great potential for the future, reaffirmed through current data and use cases

No fiscal soundness without reforms

In addition to strengthening growth potential, various reforms are essential for achieving a PB surplus

Growth Rate of Over +1% Can Be Maintained Despite Declining Population

Addressing social security and fiscal issues in addition to strengthening growth potential is essential

Human Capital Formation in Japan in the Age of AI (Government)

Integrating the worker's perspective into AI strategies and strengthening support of individuals to open up Japan's future

Human Capital Formation in Japan in the Age of AI (Corporations)

Implementing human capital formation through personnel system reform, learning culture, and visualization

Advances in Generative AI and Responses Required of Corporations

Providing a usage environment and fostering an internal culture are key

Human Capital Formation in Japan in the Age of AI (Individuals)

Strategies for Career Autonomy in the AI Era