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Tuesday, September 29, 2026

Japan’s Industrial Output Slumps 1.7% in August, Deepening July Decline | Breaking Forex News

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Japan’s industrial production fell sharply in August 2026, dropping 1.7% month-over-month and extending the sector’s downturn, according to data updated on 29 September 2026. The latest decline marks a significant deterioration from July 2026, when output slipped a marginal 0.2% compared with the previous month.

The figures highlight growing weakness in Japan’s industrial sector on a month-over-month basis. While July’s modest contraction could have been viewed as a pause after prior gains, August’s steeper drop suggests a more pronounced loss of momentum in factory activity heading into the autumn.

With two consecutive monthly declines, the data raise concerns about the near-term trajectory for Japan’s manufacturing and export-driven industries, as policymakers and businesses assess whether the August slump signals a temporary setback or the start of a more sustained soft patch in production.

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