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Japan's Unemployment Dips to 2.4% in December, Surpassing Expectations

Japan's unemployment rate unexpectedly dropped to 2.4% in December, showing improvement from the previous month and indicating a stable job market with a consistent job-to-applican...

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December Sees a 0.7% Dip in Japan's Retail Sales, Sparking Economic Concerns

Japan's retail trade saw a 0.7% decrease in December, totaling ¥16.1 trillion, despite a 3.7% annual increase. The wholesale sector showed resilience with a 3.5% year-on-year growt...

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Japan's Industrial Production Sees a Slight Uplift in December Amid Annual Decline

Japan's industrial production index rose by 0.3% in December, reaching 102.1, despite a 1.1% annual decline. The shipments index increased by 0.5% month-on-month, while the invento...

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Japan's Retail Sector Faces a Slight Dip: December Sales Drop by 0.7%

Japan's retail trade saw a 0.7% decrease in December, totaling ¥16.1 trillion. However, annual sales increased by 3.7%, with wholesale sales also rising by 3.5%.

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Japan's Industrial Output Sees a Slight Uplift in December, Despite Annual Decline

Japan's industrial production saw a modest 0.3% increase in December, reaching an index of 102.1, despite a 1.1% decline compared to the previous year. Shipments increased slightly...

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ECB Slashes Rates for Fourth Time: A Bold Move to Revive Eurozone's Economy

The European Central Bank (ECB) has announced its fourth consecutive rate cut to stimulate the Eurozone's sluggish economy, amidst stagnant economic performance and external econom...

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Tokyo's Inflation Surges to 3.4% in January, Exceeding Expectations

Tokyo's Ku-area witnesses a significant rise in the annual inflation rate to 3.4% in January, exceeding previous figures. The CPI excluding fresh food and energy also saw a slight ...

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Tokyo's Inflation Surges to 3.4% in January, Exceeding Expectations

Tokyo's Ku-area sees a notable rise in inflation to 3.4% in January, surpassing expectations and December's 3%. The CPI excluding fresh food and energy also increased, indicating a...