Former U.S. President Donald Trump announced a $550 billion trade and investment deal with Japan via his Truth Social account. According to Trump, Japan will invest this sum into the United States, with the U.S. receiving 90% of the profits generated. The agreement includes a 15% tariff reduction on Japanese automobiles and agricultural products entering the U.S., while Japan will expand market access for U.S. agricultural goods and vehicles.
Trump claimed the deal would create 'hundreds of thousands of jobs' and hailed it as unprecedented. However, Japanese authorities have not officially confirmed the agreement's details. Trade Minister Ryosei Akazawa is scheduled to meet with U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick, but no statements have been issued by Japan's government.
Cryptocurrency markets showed no immediate reaction, with no notable price movements or on-chain activity shifts observed in major assets like Bitcoin (BTC) or Ethereum (ETH). Analysts note that while such massive capital injections could indirectly influence global markets long-term, historical precedents suggest trade deals rarely drive crypto volatility without explicit digital asset provisions. Market participants await official confirmation and details regarding implementation timelines.