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Sunday, August 30, 2026

Japan’s Industrial Output Nearly Stalls in July, Slowing Sharply from June Surge | Economic Update

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Japan’s industrial production almost ground to a halt in July 2026, rising just 0.1% month-over-month, according to data updated on 30 August 2026. The figure marks a sharp deceleration from June 2026, when output expanded by 1.9% on a monthly basis.

The latest reading indicates that the strong momentum seen in June has largely faded, with factories and producers barely increasing activity compared to the previous month. On a month-over-month comparison, July’s performance reflects only a marginal gain in output relative to June, while June’s 1.9% rise had represented a significant improvement over May.

The slowdown in July suggests that Japan’s industrial sector entered the third quarter on a weaker footing, as the robust growth recorded in June did not carry through into the following month. Markets and policymakers will be watching upcoming releases closely to gauge whether July’s near-stagnation is a temporary pause or the start of a broader loss of momentum in manufacturing and industrial activity.

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