Fiscal consolidation expected to be sustained but slow amid structural challenges
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has emphasized “responsible proactive fiscal policy.” © Reuters
SORA KITAJIMA
January 22, 2026 06:51 JST
TOKYO — Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is trying to balance economic growth and market confidence with her fiscal policy, Martin Petch, senior credit officer for sovereign risk at Moody’s Ratings, told Nikkei.