日本工业产值连续第二个月下降

Core Viewpoint - Japan's industrial output declined for the second consecutive month in December, marking a weak end to 2025, with a month-on-month decrease of 0.1% following a 2.7% drop in November [1] Group 1: Industrial Output Data - December's industrial output fell by 0.1%, while November's decline was 2.7% [1] - Economists surveyed by Quick had previously anticipated a 0.4% decrease in December's industrial output [1] Group 2: Future Expectations - Companies expect industrial output to remain volatile, forecasting a 9.3% increase in January followed by a 4.3% decrease in February [1] - Despite the easing of tariff concerns following a trade agreement between Tokyo and Washington, economists warn that a global economic slowdown may lead companies to hesitate in increasing production and capital expenditures [1]