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Japan's PM Unveils ¥11.5 Trillion Bond Plan Amid Surplus

11/27/2025

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Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi plans to issue at least ¥11.5 trillion in bonds to fund an economic package, surpassing last year's issuance.
Takaichi's extra budget includes ¥17.7 trillion in new spending.
The Finance Ministry expects record tax revenue of ¥80.7 trillion this fiscal year, yielding a ¥3 trillion surplus and keeping bond issuance below last year's level.

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Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi plans to issue at least ¥11.5 trillion in bonds to fund an economic package, surpassing last year's issuance.
Takaichi's extra budget includes ¥17.7 trillion in new spending.
The Finance Ministry expects record tax revenue of ¥80.7 trillion this fiscal year, yielding a ¥3 trillion surplus and keeping bond issuance below last year's level.