Japan Morning Briefing: Iran Tensions Weigh on April 17, 2026
Tokyo opens Friday amid US-Iran tensions as Wall Street posts modest gains. Key focus on USD/JPY, defense stocks, and energy sector implications for Japanese markets.
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