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Japan household spending slumps most since pandemic

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Monday, November 9, 2026 · Day 2 · Economy · Tokyo, Japan

Japan household spending slumps most since pandemic

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.

Sources: Japan Times · See it on the globe

Friday, November 6, 2026 · Day 1 · Economy · Moscow, Russia

Putin seizes Japan Tobacco's Russian assets; Tokyo protests

Putin ordered control of Japan Tobacco's four manufacturing plants, and later three more firms. Tokyo protested immediately.

Why it matters: It worsens strained Japan-Russia ties.

Sources: Japan Times, South China Morning Post, Asahi Shimbun · See it on the globe

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