Japan's Economy Avoids Recession with Modest GDP Growth
Japan's economy grew by 0.2% annually in the last quarter of 2025, according to preliminary data, narrowly avoiding a technical recession after a previous contraction.
16 Feb, 08:42 — 16 Feb, 10:59
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