Japan industrial production rises 0.1% in July, defying 0.6% decline forecast

2026年8月30日23:56 (22d ago)

Japan’s industrial production increased in July, extending its monthly growth streak to four months.
0.1% monthly growth exceeded market expectations for a 0.6% decline in July.
4.1% annual growth followed June’s 4.9% increase and marked two consecutive yearly gains.

Japan’s industrial production increased 0.1% month over month in July 2026, according to preliminary data, exceeding market expectations for a 0.6% decline. The result marked the fourth consecutive monthly increase after output rose 1.9% in June, its fastest growth in five months. Year over year, industrial production grew 4.1%, easing from June’s 4.9% increase but extending the annual growth streak to two months.