Nearly 90% of Japanese Firms View Trump as Bad for Business

A recent Reuters survey has revealed that almost 90% of Japanese companies see Donald Trump’s potential return to the U.S. presidency as detrimental to business. The survey, conducted by Nikkei Research, gathered responses from 233 firms, highlighting growing concerns over trade policies, tariffs, and geopolitical tensions.

Many Japanese businesses fear that Trump’s approach to U.S.-China relations and trade restrictions could disrupt global supply chains, impacting Japan’s export-driven economy. Despite these concerns, most companies do not plan to shift their U.S. investment strategies for now.

The survey also touched on Japan’s monetary policy, with over 40% of firms warning that interest rate hikes above 1% could negatively impact capital spending.

As global markets brace for potential changes, Japanese businesses remain cautious about how Trump’s policies could shape the economic landscape.