Economy · Tokyo, Japan · November 9, 2026

Japan household spending slumps most since pandemic

Reported by 1 outlet · first reported Nov 9, 7:53 PM ET

Japanese inflation-adjusted household spending fell 6.8% in September from a year earlier, led by transport, education and entertainment.

Why it matters

Weak spending hurts growth.

Background

Energy costs are up.

The story so far

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2. Nov 9Japan household spending slumps most since pandemic

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Sources

• Japan Times ↗Nov 9, 7:53 PM ET

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