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Japan's Supermajority Fuels Spending Amid Economic Optimism

2/15/2026

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Japan's prime minister secured a supermajority, enabling increased government spending and support for technology and defense.
Japan will release its Q4 economic growth data on Monday, alongside trade balance and inflation reports.
The week also includes U.S. durable goods orders and industrial production data.
TSMC expects 30% growth in 2026 driven by demand for AI chips.
The Nikkei 225 reached a record high as investors remained optimistic.

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Story summary

Japan's prime minister secured a supermajority, enabling increased government spending and support for technology and defense.
Japan will release its Q4 economic growth data on Monday, alongside trade balance and inflation reports.
The week also includes U.S. durable goods orders and industrial production data.
TSMC expects 30% growth in 2026 driven by demand for AI chips.
The Nikkei 225 reached a record high as investors remained optimistic.