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Japan's factory activity shows slower decline in December, PMI indicates

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Japan's factory activity shows slower decline in December, PMI indicates

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  • Japan's factory activity contracted at a slower pace in December, indicating improvements in production and new order intakes.
  • The final purchasing managers' index (PMI) rose to 49.6, marking the softest contraction in three months.
  • Despite improvements, the index remains below the 50.0 mark, suggesting continued contraction for the sixth consecutive month.
  • Input prices rose significantly due to increased raw material costs and a weak yen, leading firms to raise output prices.
  • Manufacturers remain optimistic about future business prospects with expectations of growth driven by new product launches.

Read more about Japan's factory activity in the full article here.


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