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Japan's exports post first drop in eight months

Japan's exports fell in May for the first time in eight months as big automakers like Toyota were hit by sweeping US tariffs, and the failure of the Asian nation to clinch a trade deal this week will likely pile pressure on its fragile economy.
Business • 18 Jun

Japanese exports fall for first time since 2021

Japan's exports fell in July for the first time in nearly two and a half years, dragged down by faltering demand for light oil and chip-making equipment, underlining concerns about a global recession as key markets like China weakened.
Business • 17 Aug 23

Japanese exports see biggest jump in 41 years

Japan's exports rose at the fastest pace since 1980 in May and a key gauge of capital spending grew, helping the world's third largest economy offset sluggish domestic demand as Covid-19 vaccinations boost business activity in key markets.
Business • 16 Jun 21

US imports push Japan into trade deficit in May

Imports of US aircraft helped push Japan to a trade deficit in May, official data showed today, but experts said it was a temporary effect not linked to ongoing trade tensions.
Business • 18 Jun 18

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