Economics
According to data provided in the Tokyo Shoko Research (TSR) report for January 2026, Japanese corporate insolvencies began 2026 on a turbulent note. The total number of bankruptcies in January surged to 887 cases, marking a 5.59% year-on-year increase and the highest level for the month since 2013. While
Economics
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has signaled strong support for the Bank of Japan’s ongoing policy normalization, forecasting a path toward a neutral interest rate of 1.5% by 2027, while simultaneously warning Tokyo against eroding fiscal discipline through broad tax cuts. In a press briefing following the 2026
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ITFOR (TSE Prime: 4743), a leading provider of financial IT solutions, has integrated DSK Payment’s electronic barcode solution "PAYSLE" into its automated payment guidance service, "Pay Collect." This strategic move aims to digitize the entire dunning and collection process, significantly reducing the lead time for
Economics
Japan is facing a severe labor shortage, at least if you believe the headlines. The same headlines that were proclaiming the "2024 Trucker Crisis" due to annual overtime being capped at 960 hours (!), and even before that, announced the "2025 Digital Cliff". Alas, armageddon is not
Economics
Corporate bankruptcies in Japan have significantly increased during November 2024. The number of bankruptcies has risen for the third consecutive month, and total debt is sharply higher compared to the same month last year. This trend is driven by a combination of factors including rising costs, labor shortages, and lingering