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Japan factory growth slows to six-month low
Published Thursday, October 1, 2026 · Updated October 1
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Key points are extracted by an AI model and may contain errors or omissions. Always check the original sources.- The S&P Global Japan Manufacturing Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) eased to 54.1 in September from 54.9 in August.
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- Channel News Asia
The article emphasizes the specific factors contributing to the slowdown in Japan's manufacturing sector, such as clients adjusting inventories and easing production pace, while also noting continued strength in overseas demand and employment.
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