Following a strong Q3 Tankan survey, the Japanese government today confirmed that it will go ahead with the first consumption tax hike next April. However, the decision to offset some of the fiscal benefits with additional stimulus measures means that fiscal consolidation targets may have to be watered down, which leaves credibility at risk.
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