EconomicJapan·Unpinned18 Oct 2026
Japan's regional banks report record growth in property lending
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Japan's regional banks recorded a historic increase in property lending during the April-June quarter, with real estate financing representing nearly 50% of outstanding loans at some institutions. This lending activity remained heavily concentrated in urban areas as rural populations continued to decline. Financial regulators expressed concern regarding the…
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