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Japan with a trade deficit of 3.02 billion in September
Publication: Observador - Últimas
Author: Agência Lusa
Source published: 21/10/2026, 09:06:35 UTC
Briefing created: 22/10/2026, 07:18:36 UTC
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Briefings
Japan reported a significant drop in its commercial balance in September 2026, with the deficit nearly doubling compared to the previous year. The deficit grew from 1.56 billion euros in September 2025 to approximately 2.93 billion euros in September 2026, representing a 93.2% increase. This data is provisional and reflects the latest available snapshot for the period.
Key points
- Japan's commercial deficit nearly doubled in September 2026, rising from 1.56 billion euros in September 2025 to 2.93 billion euros.
- The increase represents a 93.2% growth in the deficit over the 12-month period from September 2025 to September 2026.
Context
This data represents a significant shift in Japan's trade balance, with the deficit nearly doubling compared to the previous year's figure of 1.56 billion euros recorded in September 2025.
Limitations
The evidence is provisional data and reflects only the latest available snapshot for September 2026. The exact final figures may differ slightly from these provisional numbers, and the 12-month period is limited to the specific months of September 2025 and September 2026.
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