Japan’s Labor Market Is Totally Empty, Says Fujitsu Research’s Schulz

The video discusses the current state of inflation and labor market dynamics, highlighting how companies are investing in digitalization to address structural problems. It explores economic theories like the Phillips curve and Abenomics, particularly in the context of Japan's deflationary period. The labor market in Japan is analyzed, noting the entry of well-educated women and the need for efficient employment. Companies are focusing on productivity rather than wage increases, with economic outlooks being cautious due to international factors and upcoming tax hikes.

What is one of the main strategies companies are using to address structural problems in the labor market?

• Increasing wages across the board

• Investing in digitalization

• Hiring more unskilled labor

• Expanding physical office spaces

What economic theory is questioned in the context of a changing world and Japan's deflationary period?

• Monetarism

• Supply-Side Economics

• The Phillips Curve

• Keynesian Economics

What unique phenomenon has been observed in Japan's labor market recently?

• A rise in traditional manufacturing jobs

• The entry of well-educated women into the workforce

• A decline in digital platform usage

• A significant increase in unskilled labor

How are companies in Japan responding to the less positive economic outlook?

• By increasing production

• By hiring more employees

• By cutting back on production

• By raising prices

What is a major focus for companies to improve their operations without increasing wages?

• Expanding into new markets

• Enhancing productivity

• Reducing employee benefits

• Increasing marketing budgets