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Japan's Q2 economy increases 1.1 percent
Japan's economy grew by 1.1% in the second quarter of 2026, but this fell short of expectations that had forecast a 2% increase, as household spending and investments declined, leading the economy into a phase of gradual slowdown. In terms of consumption, there was a quarterly decrease of 0.02%, marking the first decline in eight quarters. Capital investments were affected by heightened uncertainty caused by supply chain disruptions and the war in the Middle East. Conversely, external demand played a significant role in supporting growth, with Japan's exports of cars and semiconductors bolstering global demand despite weak domestic consumption. Expectations had been pointing to the possibility of the Bank of Japan raising interest rates in September, but the decline in consumption might cause it to adopt a slower approach to tightening monetary policy. The rising costs of imports and the falling value of the yen are increasing inflation risks.
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