AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoFX Shock: The yen jumped back toward the 157 level after Japan intervened, and reports say the U.S. Treasury also bought yen—selling euros via the New York Fed—marking rare joint support; a Reuters photo of Scott Bessent’s notepad reportedly listed “Buy Japanese Yen $5–10 bil,” while markets weigh what it means for inflation and global risk. Earthquake Aftermath: Japan’s Kumamoto-area quake death toll rose to 36, with thousands still displaced and many households facing water shortages and heat stress; authorities said power was largely restored but infrastructure damage remains severe. Energy Policy: Japan revised nuclear guidelines to target rebuilding 2–5 reactors by the 2040s, aiming to secure future power supply as aging plants retire. Rare Earth Push: Jogmec and Toyota Tsusho plan further funding for Namibia’s Lofdal rare earth project, targeting heavy rare earths for permanent magnets. Tech & Jobs: A new wave of AI spending is being questioned by investors as capex surges, while Japan’s heat rules are pushing firms to adopt cooling toilets and shorten work hours. Culture Meets Business: Japan’s ruling party formed a group to promote the trading card industry, aiming to tackle counterfeits and resale bulk buying.
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