Core Viewpoint - Japan's industrial production in July declined by 1.6% month-on-month, primarily due to a 6.7% drop in the automotive industry, influenced by U.S. tariff policies [1] Industry Summary - The seasonally adjusted industrial production index for July stood at 101.6, with 9 out of 15 industries experiencing a decline in production [1] - The automotive and production machinery sectors were the most significant contributors to the decrease in the industrial production index [1] - In contrast, sectors such as electrical and information communication machinery, as well as the chemical industry, showed production expansion [1] Output and Inventory Summary - The industrial shipment index fell by 2.5% to 98.9, while the inventory index increased by 0.8% to 100 [1] Economic Outlook - The Chief Economist at Dai-ichi Life Research Institute, Toshihiro Nagahama, predicts a potential reduction in industrial production in the third quarter, which may negatively impact economic growth for the quarter [1]
【环球财经】日本7月工矿业生产指数环比下降
Xin Hua She·2025-08-29 07:39