Investing.com-- Japan’s economy expanded more than expected in the second quarter, as exports remained resilient despite U.S. tariff pressures during the period.
Preliminary data showed that GDP rose by 0.3% quarter-on-quarter, surpassing forecasts of 0.1%, according to Cabinet Office figures released on Friday.
The annualised growth rate came in at 1.0%, also well above the 0.4% anticipated.
The stronger-than-expected performance reflects a broader rebound in domestic activity, easing concerns about a fading recovery after a flat result in the prior quarter. The upside was partly attributable to business spending and a recovery in net exports.
The data’s release comes amid heightened scrutiny of the Bank of Japan’s policy stance, with markets now watching closely to see whether sustained economic momentum could nudge the central bank toward further tightening.
Japan Q2 GDP grows more than expected amid resilient exports
Published 2 months ago
Aug 15, 2025 at 12:26 AM
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