Japan’s Ruling Coalition Faces Financial Tests Amid Election Turbulence
Japan’s Ruling Coalition Faces Financial Tests Amid Election Turbulence Introduction: A High-Stakes Vote for Finance and Investment Japan is entering a high-stakes juncture. The ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) , led by Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba , and its coalition partner Komeito are struggling to maintain control of the Upper House . This election isn't just about power—it could significantly influence Japan's economic policy, bond yields, currency performance, and investor confidence. With half of the 248 seats on the line, loss of their majority could force the LDP–Komeito coalition into concessions that complicate debt control, fiscal austerity, and monetary reform. This week’s election has raised alarms among investors about policy drift, bond market sell-offs, and yen volatility—issues that reverberate across global markets. The Guardian +14 Reuters +14 Reuters +14 Al Jazeera +1 AP News +1 1. Coalition Weakening: What the Numbers Say In this election, ...