SoftBank Fee Cut 90% After US-Japan Trade Deal Uncertainty SoftBank reportedly saw a project fee slashed by over 90% as uncertainty grows around a $550bn US–Japan trade deal (Yahoo Finance, Mar 21, 2026).

SoftBank Fee Cut 90% After US-Japan Trade Deal Uncertainty: SoftBank reportedly saw a project fee slashed by over 90% as uncertainty grows around a $550bn US–Japan trade deal (Yahoo Finance, Mar 21, 2026). 👈 Read full analysis #SoftBank #TradeDeal #USJapanRelations #FinanceNews #Investment

Trump invokes Pearl Harbor in front of Japanese prime minister to defend Iran attack
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The Demographic Crisis Forcing Japan to Rethink Everything

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Japan Moves Closer to Allowing Export of Lethal Weapons Defense equipment would be split into two categories: lethal items such as warships and fighter jets, and nonlethal items such as radars.

Japan Moves Closer to Allowing Export to Lethal Weapons

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How much did Japan’s postwar bureaucracy really change?

Daniel Wollnik challenges narratives of institutional inertia, tracing how U.S.–Japanese negotiations reshaped the Ministry of Communications and Japan's postwar state.

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This could be a defining moment for Japan's future international influence. 🤔

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Trump Hails "Wonderful, Energetic" Japan PM Takaichi: A Signal for Stronger US-Japan Ties?

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Tim Cook joins President Trump in Tokyo to strengthen U.S.-Japan economic ties, highlighting Apple's commitment to global collaboration. #Apple #USJapanRelations #EconomicGrowth Link: thedailytechfeed.com/tim-cook-joi...

US, Japan sign rare earths deal to ‘secure’ supply chains The two leaders signed an agreement establishing a framework for cooperation in the mining and processing of rare earths and other essential minerals; a move that underscores growing anxieties over China’s dominance in the sector.

ICYMI: The two leaders signed an agreement establishing a framework for cooperation in the mining and processing of rare earths and other essential minerals; a move that underscores growing anxieties over China’s dominance in the sector. Bne IntelliNews #RareEarths #SupplyChain #USJapanRelations

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The Geopolitical Chessboard: Why Critical Minerals Matter
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Japan PM, Trump sign rare earths and missiles deals
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US, Japan sign rare earths deal to ‘secure’ supply chains The two leaders signed an agreement establishing a framework for cooperation in the mining and processing of rare earths and other essential minerals; a move that underscores growing anxieties over China’s dominance in the sector.

The two leaders signed an agreement establishing a framework for cooperation in the mining and processing of rare earths and other essential minerals; a move that underscores growing anxieties over China’s dominance in the sector. Bne IntelliNews #RareEarths #SupplyChain #USJapanRelations

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WATCH: Trump's First Meeting With New Japanese Prime Minister (Video) - Latest NewsX President Donald Trump lauds U.S.-Japan relationship in first meeting with new Japanese prime minister. #fox #media #us #usa #new #news #foxnews #donaldtrump

WATCH: Trump's first meeting with new Japanese prime minister (Video) President Donald Trump lauds U.S.-Japan relationship in first meeting with new Japanese prime minister. #fox #media #us #usa #new #news #foxnews #donaldtrump #trump #japan #usjapanrelations #foreignpolicy #diplomacy #internationa

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President Trump's Historic Imperial Audience: From Minato Ward's US Facility to the Imperial Palace

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Japan Defense Modernization Ahead of Trump’s Tokyo Visit Japan defense modernization takes center stage as Trump visits Tokyo. Discover how Japan adapts to modern warfare and strengthens U.S. alliance ties.

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October on the Horizon: Unpacking President Trump's Japan Visit and its Impact on US-Japan Relations and Global Trade

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Top Japan trade negotiator canceled U.S. trip over rice, report says

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Japan trade negotiator Akazawa cancels US visit, Kyodo reports TOKYO (Reuters) -Japan’s top trade negotiator Ryosei Akazawa canceled a planned visit to the United States as there are some points that need to be addressed at a working level before ministerial talks, Kyodo news agency reported on Thursday. Akazawa initially planned to visit the U.S. on Thursday to craft a written confirmation of the financial details of the $550 billion U.S.-bound investment package, such as the split of returns between the U.S. and Japan. U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick has also said there would be an announcement this week on Japan’s $550 billion investment. Washington and Tokyo agreed in July to set a reduced 15% tariff on imports from Japan in exchange for the package of U.S.-bound investment through government-backed loans and guarantees, but details of its contents remain obscure. Japanese officials have repeatedly said they would rather have an amended presidential executive order first to remove overlapping tariffs on Japanese goods before releasing a joint document on the investment details. The United States has agreed to amend the July 31 presidential order to ensure that a 15% levy agreed last month on Japanese imports was not stacked on goods, such as beef, that are subject to higher tariffs. 3rd party Ad. Not an offer or recommendation by Investing.com. See disclosure here or remove ads. Successful investors know to check multiple angles before making their move. InvestingPro's three powerful features work together to give you that edge: ProPicks AI runs 80+ stock-picking strategies, including Tech Titans, which doubled the S&P 500's performance in just 18 months! Fair Value combines 17 proven valuation models to help you spot overpriced stocks and undervalued gems. And WarrenAI delivers instant insights on any stock. Ask questions, get vetted answers backed by real-time data (unlike ChatGPT). Our subscribers use all three to identify stocks before double-digit gains and avoid costly mistakes. But with 50% during our Summer Sale, even if you only use one of these features the value pays for itself. Sale ends soon—don't wait until prices go back up.

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What could the U.S.-Japan trade pact mean for other nations? BofA weighs in Investing.com - Earlier this week, U.S. President Donald Trump said his administration had completed a “massive deal” with Japan, which will see the Asian country agree to a baseline 15% tariff on its exports to the U.S. Crucially, Japan’s all-important auto industry, which accounts for over a quarter of the country’s exports to the U.S., will see its levies set at the same rate. Trump said that Japan will also invest $550 billion into the U.S., of which the U.S. will “receive 90% of the Profits.” “Japan will open their Country to Trade including Cars and Trucks, Rice and certain other Agricultural Products, and other things. Japan will pay Reciprocal Tariffs to the United States of 15%,” Trump said in a social media post. Announcement of the deal came after reports said Japan’s top trade negotiator, Ryosei Akazawa, met Trump in the White House on Tuesday. While the 15% tariff is lower than the 25% initially outlined by Trump, it still goes against Tokyo’s earlier demands that Japan be exempt from all U.S. tariffs. The 15% levy is likely to take effect from August 1, when Trump’s other reciprocal tariffs against major economies are set to take effect. In a note to clients, analysts at Barclays led by Michael McLean argued that while the tariffs did not "get worse" for Japan, "they did not get much better" either. "Japan traded a lower tariff rate on autos for a higher reciprocal tariff. In the end, it’s largely a wash," McLean said. Still, analysts at BofA Securities argued that, with the tariff assumptions now locked in, Japanese firms will accelerate moves to "optimize their pricing strategies." Earnings forecasts for these companies, which have likely factored in "almost the entire impact of tariffs," may be close to "bottoming out" as well, the brokerage said. Meanwhile, media reports later in the week suggested that the U.S. and European Union were making progress toward their a trade deal that would be similar to the one agreed with Japan. According to the Financial Times, along with a baseline 15% tariff on European imports, an EU-U.S. trade agreement would see both sides waive levies on some products, such as spirits, medical devices, and aircraft. But the EU remains ready to unleash a potential 93 billion euro package of retaliatory duties if a deal cannot be reached by August 1, the report said. The BofA analysts said the U.S.-Japan pact could serve as a "benchmark" for Washington’s talks with the EU and other countries, such as Canada and Mexico, who currently face Trump’s heightened "reciprocal" duties. "If other major nations also aim to agree on a 15% tariff, the outcome will likely be at least that level (if not higher)," the analysts led by Masashi Akutsu wrote.

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Japan balances between two giants, the U.S. and China, amid rising tensions. As a key ally and trade partner, Japan will continue its pragmatic diplomacy.

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US-Japan Trade Deal Boosts Stocks; DAX Breaks Out - FOREX.com US-Japan Trade Deal Boosts Stocks; DAX Breaks Out  FOREX.com

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Stocks hit more records following U.S.-Japan trade deal - Los Angeles Times Stocks hit more records following U.S.-Japan trade deal  Los Angeles Times

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Stock Market Today: Dow Futures Rise After U.S.-Japan Trade Deal — Live Updates - The Wall Street Journal Stock Market Today: Dow Futures Rise After U.S.-Japan Trade Deal — Live Updates  The Wall Street Journal

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European automakers surge after U.S. announces trade pact with Japan Investing.com - Shares in European automotive stocks climbed on Wednesday, mirroring a jump in their peers in Asia, as a trade pact between the U.S. and Japan underpinned hopes for a similar deal with the European Union. Milan-listed shares of Jeep-maker Stellantis (NYSE:STLA) rose, along with Germany’s Volkswagen (ETR:VOWG_p), Mercedes Benz (ETR:MBGn), BMW (ETR:BMWG) and Porsche. Renault (EPA:RENA) was also higher, despite posting no growth in second-quarter sales volume. The increases came after steep advances in many Japanese car groups. Toyota (NYSE:TM) Motor (TYO:7203) led the rally with a 14% surge, while Honda (NYSE:HMC) Motor (TYO:7267) jumped over 11%. Nissan (TYO:7201) rallied roughly 8%, while Mazda (TYO:7261) surged nearly 17%. South Korean peers strengthened too, with Hyundai (OTC:HYMTF) Motor (KS:005380) up 7.5% and Kia Corp (KS:000270) rising 8.5%, as investors speculated that Seoul may secure trade terms near to those made with Japan. The stock moves came after President Donald Trump announced his administration had completed a “massive deal” with Japan, which will see the Asian country face a 15% tariff. Crucially, Japan’s all-important auto industry, which accounts for over a quarter of the country’s exports to the U.S., will see its levies set the same rate. Trump added that Japan will invest $550 billion into the U.S., of which the U.S. will “receive 90% of the Profits.” “Japan will open their Country to Trade including Cars and Trucks, Rice and certain other Agricultural Products, and other things. Japan will pay Reciprocal Tariffs to the United States of 15%,” he said in a social media post. The deal -- one of the most significant of a series of preliminary trade pacts since Trump first unveiled his heightened global levies in April -- comes after reports said Japan’s top trade negotiator, Ryosei Akazawa, met Trump in the White House on Tuesday. While the 15% tariff is lower than the 25% initially outlined by Trump, it still goes against Tokyo’s earlier demands that Japan be exempt from all U.S. tariffs. "The trade deal with the U.S. announced today removes a key downside risk to Japan’s economy," analsyts at Capital Economics said in a note to clients. "We estimate that the net effect of today’s announcement will be a reduction in the average tariff rate faced by Japanese exporters in the US of around one percentage point." Beyond Japan, the direction of negotiations with other major U.S. trading partners, such as the European Union and India, remains unclear with an August 1 deadline for Trump’s elevated "reciprocal" tariffs to take effect fast approaching. Still, "success in obtaining some agreement at this time hence should have a substantial effect in mitigating concerns about future uncertainty," analysts at Jefferies said in a note.

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U.S.-Japan trade pact; Alphabet, Tesla to report - what’s moving markets Investing.com - U.S. stock futures rise amid optimism over the implications of a new U.S.-Japan trade pact. The White House calls the deal, which will see the U.S. slap a lower tariff on Japan than President Donald Trump had originally announced, "massive." A parade of corporate earnings is set to march on, highlighted by tech giants Alphabet (NASDAQ:GOOGL) and Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA) after the closing bell. Texas Instruments (NASDAQ:TXN) shares slip as its quarterly profit forecast fails to impress investors. 1. Futures higher U.S. stock futures pointed higher on Wednesday, with a new trade agreement between the U.S. and Japan that placed tariffs on the Asian nation at a lower rate than the White House had initially announced. By 03:38 ET (07:38 GMT), the Dow futures contract had risen by 137 points, or 0.3%, S&P 500 futures had gained 17 points, or 0.3%, and Nasdaq 100 futures had increased by 26 points, or 0.1%. The main averages on Wall Street were mixed at the end of trading on Tuesday, as investors assessed a string of fresh corporate earnings. Shares in General Motors (NYSE:GM) slumped after the carmaker said its second-quarter income had dropped by more than a third, due largely to a $1 billion cost related to Trump’s tariffs. Still, optimism around heavy expenditures on artificial intelligence helped to underpin some mega-cap tech stocks. A test of this enthusiasm is slated to come later today, when Google-owner Alphabet and electric car manufacturer Tesla report their latest results. Traders were also keeping tabs on trade developments, particularly with an August 1 deadline for Trump’s elevated "reciprocal" tariffs to take effect a little over a week away. 2. U.S.-Japan trade deal Trump has announced his administration had completed a “massive deal” with Japan, which will see the Asian country face a 15% tariff. The president added that Japan will invest $550 billion into the U.S., of which the U.S. will “receive 90% of the Profits.” “Japan will open their Country to Trade including Cars and Trucks, Rice and certain other Agricultural Products, and other things. Japan will pay Reciprocal Tariffs to the United States of 15%,” Trump said in a social media post. The deal -- one of the most significant of a series of preliminary trade pacts since Trump first unveiled his heightened global levies in April -- comes after reports said Japan’s top trade negotiator, Ryosei Akazawa, met Trump in the White House on Tuesday. While the 15% tariff is lower than the 25% initially outlined by Trump, it still goes against Tokyo’s earlier demands that Japan be exempt from all U.S. tariffs. "The trade deal with the U.S. announced today removes a key downside risk to Japan’s economy," analsyts at Capital Economics said in a note to clients. "We estimate that the net effect of today’s announcement will be a reduction in the average tariff rate faced by Japanese exporters in the U.S. of around one percentage point." 3. Alphabet, Tesla to report With the trajectory of Trump’s trade agenda hovering in the background, markets are also gearing up for the release of key earnings from Alphabet and Tesla. The two companies will be the first of the so-called "Magnificent 7" tech giants to open their books during the second-quarter reporting period. Analysts will be watching out for any update from Alphabet around its AI ambitions, especially after the search titan recently backed plans to shell out sizable investments on the nascent technology. Investors will likely want to see that the firm is using the spending to protect its search and advertising business from emerging AI rivals. "For Google, sentiment is very mixed, with bears worried about the secular outlook for search as AI chatbots capture share and regulatory [slash] legal pressures while bulls emphasize compelling secular tailwinds in many key markets and a relatively cheap valuation," analysts at Vital Knowledge said in a note. Tesla, meanwhile, will be under scrutiny as the carmaker struggles with intensifying competition that has eroded sales at its core auto business. Deliveries have fallen year-over-year, and further issues could be ahead after Trump’s signature fiscal bill -- which he signed into law on July 4 -- eliminated solar and electric vehicle tax credits, analysts have flagged. Still, hopes remain that Tesla will be able to eventually develop a new revenue source from its robotics and autonomous driving plans. The Vital Knowledge analysts noted that anticipation around these ventures has kept Tesla shares elevated "beyond where it should trade based exclusively on auto fundamentals alone." Tesla’s stock price has declined by more than 12% so far this year. 4. Texas Instruments shares slip Texas Instruments reported stronger-than-expected second-quarter results, lifted by improving demand in its industrial business, though shares slumped in extended hours trading as investors fretted over the outlook for its analog chip unit. Revenue rose 16% from a year earlier to $4.45 billion, in line with the high end of its guidance and above analysts’ estimate of $4.35 billion. Earnings per share came in at $1.41, including a 2-cent benefit not in the company’s prior forecast. The company said revenue was up 9% sequentially, led by a “continued broad recovery" in its industrial division. Net income for the quarter was $1.30 billion. For the third quarter, Texas Instruments expects revenue between $4.45 billion and $4.80 billion and earnings per share of $1.36 to $1.60. That compares with analysts’ estimates of $4.59 billion in revenue and $1.49 in EPS, according to LSEG data cited by Reuters. Although the group is not directly impacted by Trump’s tariffs yet, expenses around chip manufacturing tools have risen and led some end customers to rein in spending. Speaking in a post-earnings call, CEO Haviv Ilan warned that a recovery in its automotive business has been "shallow" as the levies and geopolitics are "disrupting and reshaping" global supply chains. 5. Gold dips Gold prices fell, pulling back marginally from strong gains this week after the trade deal between the U.S. and Japan boosted risk appetite and took some sheen off of its safe-haven appeal. But the yellow metal was still less than $100 away from an April record high, as markets remained uncertain over Trump’s trade tariffs. Caution before a closely watched Federal Reserve meeting also buoyed gold, while the dollar edged back from recent advances. Spot gold shed 0.2% to $3,426.80 an ounce, while gold futures dipped 0.1% to $3,440.70/oz by 03:38 ET. With valuations skyrocketing in 2024, many investors are uneasy putting more money into stocks. Sure, there are always opportunities in the stock market – but finding them feels more difficult now than a year ago. Unsure where to invest next? One of the best ways to discover new high-potential opportunities is to look at the top performing portfolios this year. ProPicks AI offers 6 model portfolios from Investing.com which identify the best stocks for investors to buy right now. For example, ProPicks AI found 9 overlooked stocks that jumped over 25% this year alone. The new stocks that made the monthly cut could yield enormous returns in the coming years. Is GM one of them?

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Nikkei, EU stocks surge as US-Japan trade deal avoids the worst - Reuters Nikkei, EU stocks surge as US-Japan trade deal avoids the worst  Reuters

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BOJ's Uchida: US-Japan trade agreement is a big progress, helps reduce uncertainty * Will reflect trade agreement in next economic outlook report * Uncertainty remains on tariffs impact towards the economy * There is always upside, downside risks to the outlook * Trade deal reduces uncertainty for Japan's firms * But will need to monitor downside risks to the economy This makes the upcoming BOJ meeting a little more interesting at least. While no rate change is expected, will the BOJ be brave enough to acknowledge better developments and subtly shift back to a more hawkish stance on rates? This article was written by Justin Low at investinglive.com.

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Japan Stocks Lead Gains in Asia After Trade Deal With U.S. - The Wall Street Journal Japan Stocks Lead Gains in Asia After Trade Deal With U.S.  The Wall Street Journal

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Bank of Japan may offer less gloomy view of US tariff hit in report, sources say TOKYO (Reuters) -The Bank of Japan will warn of uncertainty over the impact of U.S. tariffs in a quarterly report due this month, but may offer a less gloomy view on the near-term hit to Japan’s economy than three months ago, said three sources familiar with its thinking. With the BOJ set to keep interest rates steady at 0.5% at its July 30-31 meeting, markets are focusing on how it will describe the growth and price outlook in a quarterly report due after the meeting. They are seeking clues on the timing of the next rate hike. In the upcoming report, the BOJ is likely to maintain its warning that uncertainty over the economic impact of U.S. tariffs remains very high, the sources, who declined to be identified, said. But the report may also reflect signs of resilience in U.S. and Chinese economies, as well as recent domestic data showing output and capital expenditure holding up, the sources said. "While the impact of tariffs will likely intensify, it’s not showing up much in data so far," a factor that may affect the tone of BOJ’s upcoming report, one of the sources said. "The BOJ must remain on high alert over risks from tariffs. But it also shouldn’t be overly pessimistic either," another source said, a view echoed by a third source. The last report was compiled at the BOJ’s previous rate review on April 30-May 1, when investors’ pessimism was at its peak with markets still volatile after President Donald Trump’s announcement of sweeping "reciprocal" tariffs. That report warns that uncertainty over U.S. tariffs will hit Japan’s economy through various channels including by slowing global demand, weakening exports and souring business sentiment. But data released since then has not shown any clear evidence of damage from U.S. tariffs, or Japan’s stalled trade talks with Washington, at least for now. The BOJ’s "tankan" quarterly survey, released on April 1, showed business sentiment holding up. The bank’s regional branch managers also gave a fairly sanguine view on the immediate hit from U.S. tariffs. Such data may be reflected in the next report’s language on the economic outlook and risks, as well as in the board’s growth projections, the sources said. In the last report, the BOJ expected the economy to grow 0.5% in fiscal 2025, 0.7% in 2026 and 1.0% in 2027. The BOJ is likely to maintain its view that inflation will durably hit its 2% target in the latter half of its three-year projection period running through fiscal 2027, the sources said. Domestic prices, on the other hand, have been moving higher than expected as steady rises in food costs keep consumer inflation well above the BOJ’s 2% target, the sources said. Some BOJ policymakers, such as hawkish board member Naoki Tamura, have warned of second-round effects from such cost-push price pressure, which may push up underlying inflation in a way that warrants resuming rate hikes. Sources have told Reuters the BOJ will consider revising up its inflation forecast for the current fiscal year reflecting persistent rises in rice and broader food costs.

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