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Japan: Recent Economic Developments
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International Monetary Fund
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IMF Staff Country Reports
Volume/Issue:
Volume 1996: Issue 090
Language:
English
Publication Date:
10 Sep 1996
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.5089/9781451820423.002
ISBN:
9781451820423
ISSN:
1934-7685
Pages:
100
Keywords:
ISCR; CR; capital ratio; private sector; first quarter; government bond; current account; debt ratio; economic activity; potential GDP; public funds; U.S. dollar; market share; Export-Import Bank; cost of capital; household net saving; consumer confidence; Loans; Imports; Exports; Public investment spending; Southeast Asia; Asia and Pacific; Europe
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This paper reviews economic developments in Japan during 1994. It focuses on the weak recovery that began in 1994, and the subsequent strengthening of growth since mid-1995. The paper examines developments in output and prices, and reviews the role that fiscal policy has played in providing support to demand, and the resulting sharp deterioration in the fiscal position. Monetary developments, including the reduction in interest rates to record lows in 1995, are discussed. The paper analyzes developments in the external sector and exchange markets. Developments in trade and structural policies are also reviewed.
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Cover IMF Staff Country Reports
IMF Staff Country Reports
ISSN:
1934-7685
Publisher:
International Monetary Fund
Volume 1996: Issue 090