Japan's former Economic Security Minister Kobayashi confirms to run for LDP leadership, while he plans to launch income tax overhaul if elected as LDP leader, and will tighten control on purchases of Japanese land and companies by foreigners if elected
Says:
- It's up to the BoJ to decide on monetary policy, but expect the policy to change if Japan enters a growth phase.
- Consumption tax cut is not easy, but believe it could be an option as a step to boost domestic demand.
16 Sep 2025 - 05:04- Fixed Income- Source: Newswires
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