Japanese Finance Minister warns: Trump's comments exacerbate market volatility, may take "bold action"

date
03/04/2026
Kazuki Katayama specifically mentioned the crude oil futures market, indicating that the government's monitoring scope has expanded beyond the traditional foreign exchange market and is closely monitoring a wider range of financial market dynamics. In the face of the potential impact of market volatility on people's lives and the real economy, Kazuki Katayama reiterated the government's tough stance. She said, "The government is ready to take measures from all aspects."