Economics
Japan’s Economy Shrinks in Emergency, Raising Double-Dip Fears
- Shoppers, firms, government all peg back spending in emergency
- Outlook hinges on vaccine rollout, swift end to restrictions
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Japan’s economy shrank more than expected during the first three months of the year, raising the possibility of a double-dip recession as the country struggles to contain infections and speed up its vaccine rollout.