Bank lending to real estate hits record high in Japan 38.8%
The Japan Times - By JIJI - 5/18/2026, 2:12 AM
Confirmation Bias 30.2% - Availability Heuristic 30.2% - Loss Aversion 20.7%
Bank lending to Japan’s real estate sector remains at a record high, driven by rising property prices, especially in urban areas, prompting not only major banks but also regional lenders to expand their loan portfolios. According to the Bank of Japan, new lending to the sector in 2025 climbed 15.1% from the previous year to ¥17.8... more