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Japan's factory output surges, offering hope of lasting growth

Industrial output for April rises 4 per cent from March from step-up in production of cars and electronics

Published Wed, May 31, 2017 · 09:50 PM

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JAPAN'S industrial output surged by 4 per cent in April from its March level, marking the strongest monthly gain in nearly six years.

The increase came from manufacturers' stepping up production of cars and components as well as of some electronic equipment, it was announced on Wednesday.

Coming on the heels of the previous day's …

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Japan's factory output surges, offering hope of lasting growth

KEYWORDS IN THIS ARTICLE

International

Philippines’ Recto sees rate-cut delay risk if peso sinks to 59

Ecuador president declares state of emergency over energy crisis

US Senate has agreement on Fisa reauthorisation, will vote on Friday night, Schumer says

US expects to finalise new Aukus trade exemptions in next 120 days

IMF concerned about debt, fiscal challenges facing low-income countries

Bank of Japan’s Ueda says ‘very likely’ to hike rates if inflation keeps rising

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