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Tokyo, August 15 (FinanceFlashNews) — Japan’s economy experienced a year-over-year growth of 3.1% in the second quarter of 2024, following a decline of 2.3% in the previous quarter. These figures were released by the Japanese government and reported by Reuters.

Strongest Expansion in Over a Year

The economic growth from April to June marks the strongest expansion since the second quarter of 2023. This positive trend was largely driven by a significant rebound in private consumption. A major contributing factor was the spring round of collective bargaining, during which the average wage in Japan increased by 5.17%, the largest wage hike in over three decades.

Business Investments and the Automotive Industry

Business investments were another key factor contributing to the economic expansion. This growth was supported by the ongoing recovery in the automotive industry, which had been affected by a series of scandals that previously impacted several major Japanese car manufacturers.

Government Spending and Trade: Mixed Impacts on Growth

On the other hand, government spending remained subdued and did not significantly contribute to overall growth. Net trade, which accounts for the difference between exports and imports, had a negative impact on economic growth for the second consecutive quarter, highlighting the challenges Japan faces in the area of foreign trade.

Outlook for the Future

While these results are a positive sign for Japan’s economy, it will be important to monitor whether this growth can be sustained in the coming quarters, especially given global economic uncertainties and domestic challenges such as an aging population and high public debt.

Key Data on Japan’s Economy for Q2 2024

IndicatorValue
Year-over-year GDP growth3.1%
Year-over-year GDP decline in Q1-2.3%
Average wage increase5.17%
Business investmentsSignificant growth
Government spendingSubdued
Impact of net trade on growthNegative
Strongest expansion sinceQ2 2023

Main Contributions to Economic Growth

  • Private Consumption: Strongly supported by the wage increases following the spring collective bargaining.
  • Business Investments: Growth driven by the recovery in the automotive industry.
  • Net Trade: Negative impact on growth, marking the second consecutive quarter of decline.

These figures provide an overview of Japan’s economic performance in the second quarter of 2024 and highlight the key factors influencing the growth of the economy.


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