Japan's Current-Account Surplus for Feb. Is $25 Billion

Japan's Current-Account Surplus for Feb. Is $25 Billion

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The video discusses Japan's current account balance, which exceeded estimates at 2.8 trillion yen. Hiromichi Shirakawa from Credit Suisse provides insights into the economic factors influencing this balance, including the impact of a weaker yen and sluggish imports. The discussion also covers the potential effects of rising oil prices and the yen's sensitivity to US Treasury yields. Additionally, the video explores US-Japan economic relations, particularly in the auto sector, and addresses allegations of currency manipulation by Japan.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the actual current account balance of Japan, and how did it compare to estimates?

2.5 trillion yen, below estimates

2.6 trillion yen, below estimates

2.8 trillion yen, above estimates

3.0 trillion yen, matching estimates

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How might rising oil prices affect Japan's trade balance?

Decrease exports significantly

Have no effect on trade balance

Boost exports due to higher demand

Increase the import bill

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which sector is likely to benefit from Japan's trade surplus?

Technology sector

Banking sector

Textile sector

Agricultural sector

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a key factor affecting the yen's value against the dollar?

US Treasury yields

Japan's GDP growth

China's economic policies

European Central Bank rates

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the potential impact of US interest rates falling below 2.3% on the yen?

Yen would fluctuate unpredictably

No impact on the yen

Yen would strengthen

Yen would weaken significantly

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What has been alleged by the Trump White House regarding Japan's currency practices?

Direct intervention in FX markets

No allegations have been made

Currency manipulation through monetary policy

Collaboration with China on currency

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What might force the Bank of Japan to adjust their interest rate target?

Rising oil prices

US allegations of currency manipulation

US economic growth

China's trade policies