Capital investment in Kyushu’s seven prefectures is projected to increase for the fourth consecutive year, driven primarily by the semiconductor industry. The Development Bank of Japan surveyed 9,270 companies nationwide, receiving responses from 58%. The total planned investment for the current fiscal year in Kyushu is approximately 896.8 billion yen, a 2.2% increase from the previous year. Investment in the manufacturing sector, led by TSMC’s entry into Kumamoto, is expected to rise by 3.6%. Non-manufacturing investments, driven by renewable energy projects, will see a modest increase of 0.8%. Despite strong investment trends, concerns about labor shortages and stock market volatility remain. Source: Development Bank of Japan
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