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Comments Japan's economic data for September 2025 delivered a mixed picture, with a surge in factory output counterbalanced by disappointing retail sales and a slight uptick in the jobless rate. The industrial production, which unexpectedly rose by 2.2% month-over-month in September, according to flash Quick Insights Japan's industrial production rose 2.2% month-over-month, beating expectations of 1.5% and marking the fastest increase since February. Retail sales rebounded slightly but missed expectations, suggesting weak consumer demand, while a stable but high unemployment rate points to some labor market slackness despite rising total employment. The Nikkei 225 and Topix indices reached record highs amid a technology rally, while the yen weakened significantly, nearing a nine-month low and set for a sharp monthly decline. Recommended For You More Trending News
