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U.S. Tariff Policy Poses Significant Risk to Japan’s Economy, Warns BOJ Official

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April 17, 2025
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  • Bank of Japan (BOJ) board member Junko Nakagawa highlighted U.S. trade policy as a major risk to Japan’s economic outlook, citing potential negative impacts on exports, production, and corporate profits.
  • Trade restrictions could also indirectly harm Japan’s economy by deteriorating business and consumer sentiment and causing volatility in commodity prices and financial markets.
  • Despite these risks, Japan’s domestic conditions remain relatively strong, with major companies implementing significant wage increases amid tight labor market conditions.
  • The BOJ is expected to maintain its policy rate at 0.5% on May 1, as uncertainty over U.S.-Japan trade negotiations persists.

What Happened?

In a speech to business leaders in Gunma prefecture, BOJ board member Junko Nakagawa warned that U.S. trade policies, including higher tariffs, pose a significant risk to Japan’s economic stability. Nakagawa emphasized that tariffs could directly impact Japanese corporate activity, reducing exports, production, and capital expenditure, while also indirectly affecting sentiment among businesses and households.

The warning comes amid ongoing trade negotiations between the U.S. and Japan. President Trump recently met with a Japanese delegation, describing the talks as making “Big Progress.” However, the unpredictability of these negotiations has led many economists to expect the BOJ to maintain its policy rate at 0.5% in its upcoming meeting on May 1.

Despite external risks, Japan’s domestic economy shows signs of resilience. Major companies are offering substantial wage increases, and tight labor market conditions are expected to sustain upward pressure on wages. Policymakers hope that wage growth will offset the negative effects of inflation and improve consumer sentiment.


Why It Matters?

The escalating trade tensions between the U.S. and Japan could have far-reaching implications for Japan’s export-driven economy. Higher tariffs on Japanese goods would directly impact key industries, while the resulting uncertainty could weigh on business investment and consumer spending.

The BOJ’s cautious approach to interest rate hikes reflects the delicate balance policymakers must strike between supporting domestic growth and managing external risks. While wage growth and tight labor markets provide a buffer, the broader economic outlook remains vulnerable to global trade dynamics.

The outcome of U.S.-Japan trade negotiations will be critical in shaping Japan’s economic trajectory. A favorable resolution could mitigate risks, while prolonged uncertainty or unfavorable terms could exacerbate economic challenges.


What’s Next?

The BOJ will closely monitor developments in U.S.-Japan trade talks and their potential impact on Japan’s economy. The central bank is expected to maintain its policy rate at 0.5% in the near term, but signs of economic weakness could prompt a pause or slowdown in future rate hikes.

Policymakers will also focus on sustaining wage growth and improving consumer sentiment to counteract the effects of inflation and external risks. The success of these efforts will depend on the stability of global trade conditions and the resolution of ongoing tariff disputes.

Investors and businesses will watch for updates on trade negotiations and BOJ policy decisions, as these factors will play a key role in shaping Japan’s economic outlook in the months ahead.

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