Reports

Can the Japanese Economy Achieve Sustainable Growth? —Examination of Future Scenarios Using the DIR Macroeconomic Model

Integrated Efforts Are Needed in Private-Sector Reform, Supply Capacity Enhancement, and Fiscal Consolidation

The Reality of Personal Consumption: A Mixed Picture When Categorized by Purpose

It is unlikely that these six categories, which are currently at low levels, will recover in the short term

Risks Posed to Japanese Economy by Rising Interest Rates

Interest rate hikes unaccompanied by economic growth will weigh on the economy, particularly capital expenditure

Pathways for Financial and Capital Markets to Foster a “Virtuous Cycle of Asset Formation and Growth”

Activating the Corporate Bond Market and Shifting Household Asset Allocation have key roles to play

A "Consumption Tax Cut on Food" Becomes Increasingly Likely: What Are Its Effects and Post-Implementation Challenges?

Ensuring a Smooth Transition to a Refundable Tax Credit and Maintaining the Consumption Tax's Function as a Social Security Revenue Source

Japan’s Economy: Monthly Outlook (May 2026)

In response to the situation in the Middle East, the forecast for real GDP growth in FY2026 has been revised downward to +0.6%

Why Is Cutting-Edge AI Not Made Available to the General Public?

The strategic assetization of AI models as seen in the example of Claude Mythos, and changes in how AI is provided

The Importance of Banking Functions in the Wealth Management Divisions of Major U.S. Financial Institutions

Leveraging Banking Functions is the Key to Growing the Wealth Management Business

Machinery Order Backlogs Reach a Record High: What Is Behind the Increase, and What Are the Implications?

Machinery orders have less meaningfulness as a leading indicator for machinery investment amid Concentration in Certain Types of Orders

Challenges in the Societal Implementation of Physical AI

Non-technical issues such as safety, quality, and the delineation of responsibility are emerging as a bottleneck