Japanese economy
Despite languishing in the doldrums for nearly two decades, Japan is still the world's second-largest economy and the yen one of the world's most important currencies.
Recent articles
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(21 November 08)
Japan's longest period of post-war economic expansion has come to a halt. But it's not all gloom and doom. Japan is well positioned for the next upturn, and any recovery will appear there first.
(26 September 08)
Taro Aso, 68, has become Japan's third Prime Minister in as many years. His key challenge - which may determine if he can stay in post for longer than his predecessor's 365 days – is the state of the Japanese economy.
(19 September 08)
Things look far better for Japan than the US. And investing in the smaller company sector looks the best idea, as the yen gets stronger and the global economy weakens.
