Economy· August 17, 2026 at 12:15 a.m.
Japan's Second-Quarter GDP Growth Falls Short of Expectations at 1.1%
Key takeaways
- Japan's second-quarter GDP grew by 1.1% on an annualized basis
- Growth fell short of expectations and projections
- Consumer spending and business investment contributed to the growth figures
Japan's second-quarter gross domestic product (GDP) grew by 1.1% on an annualized basis, according to recent data. This figure fell short of the expectations of a 2.0% growth rate. The slowdown in economic expansion could have implications for Japan's recovery from the pandemic and its overall economic health.