Japan’s economy expanded in Q2, but weaker domestic demand left growth well short of expectations. GDP rose 0.3% q/q, or 1.1% annualized, compared with 2.1% annualized growth in Q1 and consensus for around 2.0%. Result covers first full quarter incorporating impact of Iran war and higher energy costs, yet economy still avoided contraction. Composition was […]

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