Group 1 - The upcoming Japanese Senate elections may lead to the ruling coalition losing its majority, which could negatively impact the country's $6.8 trillion stock market [1] - The Japanese stock market has underperformed compared to the MSCI global index this month, raising concerns about the potential governance capabilities of a weak minority government [1][4] - Political uncertainty is eroding investor confidence, as evidenced by a 1.2% decline in the Tokyo Stock Exchange index after three months of gains [4] Group 2 - Historical data indicates that if the ruling party loses in elections, the market may take 35 to 75 days to bottom out, with an average total decline of about 8% [4] - Analysts warn of a potential "triple whammy" in the Japanese financial market, affecting stocks, bonds, and currency if extreme political factions gain power [6] - A weaker yen could benefit exporters affected by U.S. tariffs, while opposition parties' proposals to cut food consumption taxes may boost consumer stocks [6] Group 3 - The election may have profound implications for corporate governance reforms, a key driver of recent stock market gains in Japan [7] - The potential coalition formation by the ruling party could alter its stance on corporate governance, which investors may not be fully aware of [8] - Rising populism in Japan is reflected in increasing support for new political parties advocating for changes in profit distribution models [8]

Legislative Progress - The "Beautiful Act" has passed the Senate with a narrow margin of 51 to 50, entering the final legislative phase [1][13] - The bill will undergo review in the House of Representatives, with potential for further amendments [1][13] - Three possible timelines for final passage are outlined: before July 4, mid-July, or late July to August [2][13] Content Adjustments - The Senate version of the bill increases the deficit by approximately $4.1 trillion over the next decade, which is $550 billion more than the House version [2][14] - Corporate tax cuts are expanded while personal tax cuts are reduced, with a focus on benefiting high-income earners [2][14] - Significant cuts to healthcare and welfare spending are proposed, including an increase in medical assistance cuts from $800 billion to $930 billion [3][14] Economic Impact - The "Beautiful Act" is expected to moderately boost the U.S. economy, potentially increasing annual real GDP growth by 0.2 percentage points from 2025 to 2027 [4][15] - The lowest 20% of income households may see a 2.9% decrease in income, while the highest 20% could experience a 1.9% increase due to tax cuts [5][15] - Capital-intensive industries, such as manufacturing and defense, are likely to benefit, while the renewable energy sector may face challenges due to reduced tax incentives [5][15]