# Episode 66: Japan General Election and Macro Implications

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Published: 2026-02-20T14:48:54+00:00
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## Resource

Erica Poon Werkun, Head of Research for JANA and Asia South at Citi, discusses Prime Minister Takaichi's "Sanaenomics" agenda and its macro implications with Ryota Sakagami, Japan Equity Strategist, and Tomohisa Fujiki, Japan G10 Rate Strategist. Topics covered include the outlook for Japanese equities, growth strategies and fiscal risks, and the monetary-policy path. This podcast contains thematic content and is not intended to be investment research. Nor does it constitute financial, economic, legal, tax or accounting advice. This podcast is provided for information purposes only and does not constitute an offer or solicitation to purchase or sell any financial instruments. The contents of this podcast are not based on your individual circumstances and should not be relied upon as an assessment of suitability for you of a particular product, security, or transaction. The information in this podcast is based on generally available information and, although obtained from sources believed by Citi to be reliable, its accuracy and completeness are not guaranteed. Past performance is not a guarantee or indication of future results. This podcast may not be copied or distributed, in whole or in part, without the express written consent of Citi. © 2026 Citigroup Global Markets Inc. Member SIPC. All rights reserved. Citi and Citi and Arc Design are trademarks and service marks of Citigroup Inc. or its affiliates and are used and registered throughout the world.

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