Nomura Economist Miwa Weighs in on the Japanese Economy

The video discusses Japan's economic conditions, focusing on labor market trends, household spending, and inflation. It highlights the challenges of wage growth due to structural issues and the cautious approach of labor unions. Retail sales and consumer confidence are gradually recovering, despite some fluctuations. Industrial production shows growth, but the overall economic outlook remains cautious.

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