Trump holds firm on tariff talks with Japan- report By Investing.com
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: May 02 2025
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Source: Investing.com
U.S.-Japan Trade Negotiations: U.S. tariff negotiators, including Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, showed reluctance to lower tariffs on cars, steel, and aluminum during a meeting with Japanese officials, which may hinder cooperation on a proposed trade agreement aimed at reducing Japan's trade surplus with the U.S.
Bank of Japan's Economic Outlook: The Bank of Japan downgraded its growth forecast for the fiscal year to 0.5% due to the impact of U.S. tariffs on global growth and Japanese corporate profits, while maintaining its benchmark interest rate at 0.5% to ensure stability amid external challenges.
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Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.








