🚨 JAPAN’S $7.1B TRADE DEFICIT — OIL COSTS SURGE

Japan’s trade deficit widened sharply in August as higher energy costs pushed import spending far above export growth.

🔑 Key Points:
• Trade deficit reached ¥1.1T, about $7.1B
• Fourth consecutive monthly trade deficit
• Imports jumped 28% YoY to ¥11.15T
• Crude oil import value surged 58.7%
• Exports rose 19.3%, but failed to offset higher imports

📊 Market Insight:
Japan’s latest trade data shows how elevated oil prices are feeding directly into the import bill of energy-dependent economies. Persistent energy inflation could keep pressure on monetary policy and global markets.

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