What's Behind the Yen's Weakest State in About 40 Years? The Widening Trade Deficit Was an Expected development... The Release of Crude Oil Reserves Provided a Temporary Improvement, but the Reality Is that It Will Return as Alternative Procurement Methods Are Implemented.

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For years, Japan's economy has benefited from cheap yen, but what strengthens exports has long been a major problem for the domestic economy.

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With the release of crude oil reserves complete, Japan's trade deficit has widened once again. The continued depreciation of the yen is due to a combination of factors, including changes in crude oil procurement routes, soaring prices, and accelerating yen selling. This article provides a thorough explanation of the structural changes that will surround the Japanese economy going forward.