FLJP: Japanese Stocks Get A Boost From Tariff Relief, But Headwinds Still Loom

Core Points - A last-minute trade agreement between the U.S. and Japan has prevented a significant increase in tariffs, particularly on automobiles, which has positively impacted Japanese equities [1] - Auto tariffs are now capped at 15%, significantly lower than the previously threatened 25%, leading to a relief rally in Japanese markets [1] Group 1 - The trade agreement between the U.S. and Japan has averted a steep escalation in tariffs [1] - Japanese equities have responded positively to the news of the trade agreement [1] - The cap on auto tariffs at 15% is a significant reduction from the initially proposed 25% [1]