Japan Reports 10th Month of Export Growth Amid Rising Imports and Trade Deficit
Japan's exports rose 19-19.3% year-on-year in June, marking a 10th consecutive month of growth, driven by strong demand for AI-related products and semiconductor shipments. Exports to the U.S. and China increased notably. However, imports surged 25-25.4%, fueled by higher crude oil prices and disruptions in shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, leading to a trade deficit of about 407 billion yen. The weak yen boosted the value of both exports and imports, contributing to the trade imbalance amid ongoing geopolitical tensions.
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firstpost broke this story on 22 Jul, 01:07 am. Other outlets followed.
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