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Japan Unveils $550 Billion Investment Plan for U.S.

10/3/2025

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Ryosei Akazawa says Japan will implement a $550 billion investment package for the United States, with no foreign exchange impact.
The investment targets chips, metals, and pharmaceuticals; completion by January 2029.
Funding will include loans from Japan's foreign exchange reserves, with 1-2% as direct investments. A new leader will be selected on Oct. 4 to oversee the investment fund's execution.

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Ryosei Akazawa says Japan will implement a $550 billion investment package for the United States, with no foreign exchange impact.
The investment targets chips, metals, and pharmaceuticals; completion by January 2029.
Funding will include loans from Japan's foreign exchange reserves, with 1-2% as direct investments. A new leader will be selected on Oct. 4 to oversee the investment fund's execution.