What is Japan’s outlook: more positive or more negative? After a series of administrative and policy changes over the last several years, including a new political ruling party, the BOJ’s decision to end its long-term policy of negative interest rates, and greater internationalization of domestic capital markets, there seemed to be a period of optimism for accelerated growth. This has since been dampened as US tariffs on Japanese goods have cut business exports. What is the outlook for Japan as it continues to navigate protectionist measures from one of its largest export markets? How are businesses and investors shifting strategies to maintain business continuity and competitiveness?