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flag Japanese PM Sanae Takaichi pledges two-year food tax suspension after landslide election win, sparking market volatility.

flag Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, following a decisive election victory, pledged to suspend the 8% food sales tax for two years, a key campaign promise aimed at easing household costs. flag Her Liberal Democratic Party secured a historic two-thirds majority in the lower house, giving her strong legislative leverage. flag While the move boosted stock markets, uncertainty over funding—without new debt issuance—sparked a bond sell-off and yen decline. flag Takaichi has ruled out deficit financing and hinted at alternative sources, including foreign exchange reserves, raising concerns about fiscal sustainability and market stability.

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