Weakness in consumer sentiment Additional measures for the economy, Nishimura Economic Revitalization Minister, September 25, 15:07
The Minister of Economic Revitalization of Nishimura renewed his idea of considering additional economic measures depending on economic trends, assuming that consumer sentiment has weakened in the face of raising the consumption tax rate, although the current consumption is firm .
On the 25th, the minister in charge of economic revitalization of Nishimura visited the shopping district in Kawaguchi City, Saitama Prefecture to check the preparation status of “gift coupons with premiums” to be implemented as an economic measure in response to the increase in the consumption tax rate.
After the inspection, Minister Nishimura told reporters, “Preparation of economic measures such as gift certificates with premiums is proceeding smoothly. I want you to use it effectively to reduce the burden”.
He said, “Capital investment in the export and manufacturing industries is slightly weak, but the employment and income environment is improving and the current consumption is firm. We want to make sure that we do not break down due to the tax increase.”
Furthermore, Nishimura said, “There is a sense of uncertainty in overseas situations, and consumer sentiment is slightly chilled. If the economic measures are to minimize the impact and there is an economic shift, we will take measures without hesitation.” Renewed the idea of considering additional economic measures depending on economic trends.