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Japan's Industrial Production Rises 2.2%, Falls Short of Expectations

2/27/2026

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Japan's industrial production rose 2.2% in January 2026, and yearly growth was 2.3%, down from 2.6% in December.
The gain fell short of market expectations for 5.3% growth.
Motor vehicles rose 9.1% in January 2026.
Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) cautioned that transport equipment and electronic parts may weaken in coming months, and a poll projected February and March declines of 0.5% and 2.6%.

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Story summary

Japan's industrial production rose 2.2% in January 2026, and yearly growth was 2.3%, down from 2.6% in December.
The gain fell short of market expectations for 5.3% growth.
Motor vehicles rose 9.1% in January 2026.
Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) cautioned that transport equipment and electronic parts may weaken in coming months, and a poll projected February and March declines of 0.5% and 2.6%.