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Japan Sees Record 10,000 Corporate Bankruptcies in 2024

1/15/2025

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In 2024, Japan recorded over 10,000 corporate bankruptcies, reaching a peak of 10,006 cases, a 15.1% rise from 2023.
Small and medium-sized enterprises faced the greatest impact, especially in the services and construction sectors.
Yen depreciation and labor shortages drove rising import costs, exacerbating business failures.
Total liabilities from these bankruptcies fell to 2.34 trillion yen ($14.9 billion).
Experts foresee ongoing challenges for businesses in 2025, driven by inflation and labor market issues.

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Story summary

In 2024, Japan recorded over 10,000 corporate bankruptcies, reaching a peak of 10,006 cases, a 15.1% rise from 2023.
Small and medium-sized enterprises faced the greatest impact, especially in the services and construction sectors.
Yen depreciation and labor shortages drove rising import costs, exacerbating business failures.
Total liabilities from these bankruptcies fell to 2.34 trillion yen ($14.9 billion).
Experts foresee ongoing challenges for businesses in 2025, driven by inflation and labor market issues.