经济学家：日本修正后的GDP数据或证实一季度经济萎缩

Core Viewpoint - Economists suggest that the revised GDP data for Japan, set to be released next week, may confirm an economic contraction in the first quarter of 2025 [1] Group 1: Economic Performance - Preliminary data released in mid-May indicated that Japan's actual GDP contracted at an annualized rate of 0.7% for the January-March quarter [1] - Economists from Norinchukin Research Institute predict that the economy may experience a second consecutive quarter of contraction from April to June due to stagnant wage growth not keeping pace with rising food prices, including rice [1] Group 2: Consumer Behavior and Investment - Consumer spending is expected to remain sluggish, influenced by ongoing inflationary pressures on essential goods [1] - The anticipated continuation of tariffs imposed by former President Trump is expected to exert pressure on exports and capital investment [1]