Summary: Japan’s exports contracted by 0.1% in August, a smaller decline than expected, as shipments to Asia rebounded. However, overall export growth remained negative for the fourth consecutive month, impacted by U.S. tariffs and a slowdown in export front-loading.

Link: https://www.cnbc.com/2025/09/17/japan-exports-slip-for-fourth-straight-month-but-less-than-expected-.html