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Japan upgrades economic view for first time in 8 mths
The government expects the economy to be helped by cheaper crude oil prices, which could boost purchasing power at households.
PHOTO: AFP
Tokyo
JAPAN'S government upgraded its view on the overall economy for the first time in eight months on Monday, noting a moderate recovery trend as factory output is picking up on the back of improving corporate activity.
In its monthly economic report, the government also raised
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