Japan’s industrial output rises 1.4 pct in October
Summary
Japan's industrial output increased by 1.4 percent in October, bolstered by strong automotive production, according to government data.
Key Points
- Japan's industrial output rose 1.4 percent in October compared to the previous month.
- The motor vehicles sector grew by 6.6 percent, driving the overall industrial increase.
- Out of 15 surveyed industries, nine sectors including electrical machinery and information and communication electronics saw growth.
- Manufacturers express concern over US tariff policies and weak domestic demand due to inflation.
