Japan's Economy: Monthly Outlook 2026

Japan’s Economy: Monthly Outlook (Apr 2026)

Rising Downside Risks From Escalating Middle East Tensions Are Likely to Postpone the April Rate Hike

Japan’s Economy: Monthly Outlook (Mar 2026)

While spring wage negotiations are expected to maintain a wage increase rate in the 5% range, the deteriorating situation in the Middle East is emerging as a new factor weighing on the economy

Japan’s Economy: Monthly Outlook (Feb 2026)

Economic Outlook Revised: Continued vigilance advised regarding downside risks to external demand centering on the US & China

Japan's Economy: Monthly Outlook (Jan 2026)

Medium-Term Outlook for the Economy, Fiscal Policy, Interest Rates, and Exchange Rates for FY2026–2035

Outlook for Japan’s Economy in 2026

Growth of just under 1% expected, but caution is needed regarding downside risks in external demand, sharp yen depreciation, and rising interest rates, among others