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23-07-2025
The article provides live updates on Asia-Pacific markets, which opened higher following U.S. President Donald Trump's announcement of a 'massive Deal' with Japan, involving 15% tariffs on Japanese exports to the U.S. Japan's Nikkei 225 surged over 3%, while stocks of Japanese automakers soared on reports of lower U.S. tariffs. Singapore's inflation rate remained low, clearing the way for monetary policy easing. Meanwhile, Japan's Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba may resign by August amid the trade deal and his governing coalition losing its majority in the upper house.
Entities: Donald Trump, Japan, United States, Shigeru Ishiba, Singapore • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: positive • Intent: inform
23-07-2025
The article discusses a recent trade deal between the US and Japan, where Japan will face a 15% tariff on its exports to the US. Despite initial negative perceptions, investors reacted positively, with the Nikkei 225 surging 3.8%. The deal is seen as an improvement from the previous 25% tariff imposed by the US. Other key points include a trade framework agreement between the US and Indonesia, a potential extension of the tariff suspension with China, and the S&P 500 reaching a fresh record high. The article also touches on the concept of the 'anchoring effect' in relation to the tariff rate.
Entities: Donald Trump, Japan, US, Nikkei 225, S&P 500 • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: positive • Intent: inform
23-07-2025
Japan's Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba has denied reports that he is considering resigning, despite local media outlets suggesting he may step down in August following the governing coalition's loss of majority in the upper house elections. The reports emerged after U.S. President Donald Trump announced a trade deal with Japan.
Entities: Shigeru Ishiba, Japan, Liberal Democratic Party, Donald Trump, Taro Aso • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: neutral • Intent: inform
23-07-2025
U.S. stock futures rose slightly after President Donald Trump announced a trade deal with Japan, with S&P 500 futures up 0.24%. The Dow Jones Industrial Average and Nasdaq 100 futures also saw gains. Investors are awaiting earnings reports from major tech companies like Alphabet and Tesla, as well as economic data on existing home sales. The health-care sector saw a significant boost, with IQVIA rising nearly 18%.
Entities: Donald Trump, Japan, S&P 500, Dow Jones Industrial Average, Nasdaq 100 • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: positive • Intent: inform
23-07-2025
Shares of Japanese automakers surged after U.S. President Donald Trump announced a reduction in auto tariffs from 25% to 15% as part of a deal with Japan. Honda's stock jumped over 11%, Toyota surged over 15%, and other Japanese automakers also saw significant gains. South Korean carmakers Hyundai and Kia also rose on the announcement. The deal is seen as 'very good news' for Japanese automakers, although the industry still faces challenges from competition with Chinese and South Korean carmakers.
Entities: Japan, U.S., Donald Trump, Honda, Toyota • Tone: positive • Sentiment: positive • Intent: inform
23-07-2025
US President Donald Trump announced a 'massive' trade deal with Japan, involving 15% tariffs on Japanese exports to the US. Japan will invest $550 billion in the US, with the US receiving 90% of the profits. The deal includes reduced tariffs on Japanese auto exports and increased access to the Japanese market for US agricultural products. The agreement is seen as a boost to Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba's leadership amid political turmoil in Japan.
Entities: Donald Trump, Japan, Shigeru Ishiba, United States, Ryosei Akazawa • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: positive • Intent: inform
23-07-2025
The US and Japan have reached a trade agreement, announced by President Donald Trump, which includes 15% 'reciprocal' tariffs on exports and a $550 billion investment by Japan in the US. The deal is seen as a significant development in trade relations between the two countries, with Japan benefiting from reduced tariffs on automobiles and car parts. The agreement is expected to create jobs and boost economic cooperation between the two nations.
Entities: Donald Trump, Japan, United States, Shigeru Ishiba, Trade agreement • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: positive • Intent: inform
23-07-2025
US President Donald Trump announced a 'massive' trade deal with Japan, including a 15% tariff on Japanese exports. The deal follows months of negotiations and Trump's global trade offensive. Japan will invest $550 billion in the US, creating hundreds of thousands of jobs. Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba will examine the deal before commenting.
Entities: Donald Trump, Japan, United States, Shigeru Ishiba, Truth Social • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: positive • Intent: inform
23-07-2025
President Trump announced a major trade deal with Japan, involving a $550 billion investment by Tokyo in the US, with the US receiving 90% of the profits. Japan will also open its market to US goods, including cars, trucks, and agricultural products, and impose 15% reciprocal tariffs on US exports. The deal comes after Trump threatened to impose 25% tariffs on Japanese exports if an agreement wasn't reached by August 1.
Entities: Donald Trump, Japan, United States, Ishiba Shigeru, Ryosei Akazawa • Tone: positive • Sentiment: positive • Intent: inform
23-07-2025
The U.S. and Japan have reached a significant trade deal under the Trump administration, with Japan agreeing to open its market to American agricultural products and invest $550 billion in the U.S., while the U.S. will lower tariffs on Japanese auto exports to 15%. The deal is seen as a major achievement for President Trump, who has been pushing for reworked trade relationships globally.
Entities: United States, Japan, Donald Trump, Shigeru Ishiba, Ryosei Akazawa • Tone: positive • Sentiment: positive • Intent: inform
23-07-2025
Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba is expected to resign by the end of next month following a significant election defeat that resulted in his ruling coalition losing its parliamentary majority. Despite initial vows to stay, Ishiba is likely to step down due to calls for accountability. His resignation is anticipated to trigger a succession battle within the Liberal Democratic Party.
Entities: Shigeru Ishiba, Japan, Liberal Democratic Party, US President Donald Trump, Washington • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
23-07-2025
The United States and Japan have reached a trade deal, with Japan agreeing to a 15% tariff on its goods and investing $550 billion in the US. The deal brings relief to Japan's automotive sector, cutting existing tariffs from 25% to 15%. US President Donald Trump hailed the deal as 'massive' and 'perhaps the largest ever made', while Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba welcomed it as having the 'lowest figure among countries with a trade surplus with the US'.
Entities: United States, Japan, Donald Trump, Shigeru Ishiba, Truth Social • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: positive • Intent: inform
23-07-2025
US President Donald Trump announced a trade deal with Japan, potentially resolving weeks of fraught negotiations. The deal includes a reduction in tariffs on Japanese imports from 25% to 15% and Japanese investment of $550 billion in the US. Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba's future is uncertain amid speculation about his resignation following his coalition's electoral defeats.
Entities: Donald Trump, Shigeru Ishiba, Japan, United States, White House • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: positive • Intent: inform
