Japan’s economy grew more than initially thought in the second quarter, although conditions will remain tough for some time given the ongoing global slowdown. Business and consumer confidence have weakened in recent weeks. However, the labour market is doing OK and conditions for domesticallyfocused companies are likely to hold up relatively well. In addition, we expect some renewed weakness in the yen by year-end to help exporters.
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