US EditionJapan Posts Modest Growth Despite US Tariffs
- Japan's economy likely expanded at an annualized pace of 0.4% in the second quarter, avoiding recession, according to economists surveyed by Bloomberg.
- The Cabinet Office is set to release preliminary GDP data, reflecting the impact of U.S. tariffs, which began in April and increased from 10% to 15%.
- Inbound tourist spending rose by 18%, contributing to growth, as the first half of 2025 saw a record number of tourists arriving in Japan.
- Shinichiro Kobayashi, chief economist at Mitsubishi UFJ Research and Consulting, noted that service exports and business investment were key drivers of this modest expansion.
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Total News Sources45
Leaning Left7Leaning Right4Center10Last UpdatedBias Distribution48% Center
Bias Distribution
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48% Center
L 33%
C 48%
R 19%
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