Japan's economy shows weaker than expected 1.1% growth in second quarter

EconomyApril-June GDP hits below market expectations, marks third straight quarter of expansionInflation in Japan is expected to rise as more companies pass on higher costs to consumers. (Photo by Satoko Kawasaki)AKANE OKUTSUAugust 17, 2026 09:43 JSTTOKYO -- Japan's economy grew 0.3% in the April to June period compare

TOKYO: Japan's economy grew at a slower-than-expected pace in April-June, government data showed on Monday (Aug 17), as lacklustre household spending and business investment partly offset the impact of strong exports.Gross domestic product rose 1.1 per cent increase in annualised terms, missing a median market estimate

Japan Q2 growth misses forecasts on weaker spending, investment  Reuters

Japan’s Economy Stays on Growth Path, But Headwinds Loom  WSJ