Economics
Japan Economy Recovers Pre-Pandemic Size on Consumption Gain
- Second quarter GDP rises 2.2%, less than forecast of 2.6%
- Kishida orders additional inflation measures as risks loom
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The world’s third largest economy recovered to its pre-pandemic size in the second quarter, as consumer spending picked up following the end of coronavirus curbs on businesses.