Citi Wealth Insights

What could happen to Japanese equities as markets eye an end to US rate hikes?

Citi analysts expect global economic growth to support the uptrend for Japanese exports and production, albeit at a somewhat slower pace.

What are the knock-on effects if the US imposes a 25% trade tariff on imports of automobiles and auto parts?

Will there be near-term impact on Japan’s monetary policy as PM Abe Shinzo battles fresh scandals?

With the recent decline in Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe’s approval rating, could he win in September’s LDP presidential election and could Abenomics continue without him?

Despite positive news for the US in October – promise of a more aggressive Fed and incoming Fed Chair, tax reform as well as better US data including higher average earnings growth – the USD did not sustain its rally.