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IMF raises Japan's 2026 growth forecast citing fiscal support

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The International Monetary Fund has increased its 2026 growth forecast for Japan by 0.1 percentage points. This upward revision is attributed to fiscal support measures that are helping to mitigate the effects of rising energy prices. The IMF's updated projection reflects a cautious optimism regarding Japan's economic trajectory. AI

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IMF raises Japan's 2026 growth forecast citing fiscal support

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  1. Mastodon — mastodon.social TIER_1 English(EN) · thejapantimes ·

    The International Monetary Fund raised its 2026 growth projection for Japan by 0.1 percentage point from its previous forecast, citing "fiscal support measures

    The International Monetary Fund raised its 2026 growth projection for Japan by 0.1 percentage point from its previous forecast, citing "fiscal support measures partly cushioning the impact from higher energy prices." https://www. japantimes.co.jp/business/2026 /10/13/economy/imf-…

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