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Japanese consumer spending rose 2.3% in August, driven by travel and entertainment, but food spending continued to decline.
Japanese household spending rose 2.3% year-on-year in August, the fourth straight month of growth, exceeding forecasts, driven by stronger travel, transportation, and cultural spending, including a surge in movie and theater visits.
The government upgraded its assessment of consumer spending for the first time since 2024, citing improved sentiment after a U.S. tariff agreement.
However, food spending declined for the third consecutive month, with rice and bread purchases falling.
The Bank of Japan remains cautious on rate hikes despite political shifts, including the selection of Sanae Takaichi as LDP leader, which sparked market speculation about fiscal stimulus.
El gasto del consumidor japonés aumentó un 2,3% en agosto, impulsado por viajes y entretenimiento, pero el gasto en alimentos continuó disminuyendo.