Japan's economy slipped into recession for the first time in 4-1/2 years, putting the nation on course for its deepest postwar slump as the coronavirus crisis ravages businesses and consumers. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s growth drops amid pandemic, worse times likely ahead
Japan’s economic growth plunged into recession in the first quarter as the coronavirus pandemic squelched production, exports and spending ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s economy falls into recession as virus takes its toll
Last week, Germany slipped into recession as more major economies face the impact of sustained lockdowns. Japan didn't go into full national lockdown but issued a state of emergency in April severely ... ( read original story ...)
Japan plunges into recession as US states start opening up
Japan’s economy plunged into recession in the first quarter as the coronavirus pandemic squelched business activity, while leaders in the U.S. and Europe are weighing the risks ... ( read original story ...)
Japan PM’s bid to delay prosecutors’ retirement hits snag after backlash
Japan's government may put off a bid to raise the retirement age of prosecutors, media reported on Monday, given an intense public backlash fueled by fears for judicial independence. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s economy slips into recession amid coronavirus woes
Last week, Germany slipped into recession as more major economies face the impact of sustained lockdowns. Japan didn't go into full national lockdown but issued a state of emergency in April severely ... ( read original story ...)
Global report: US unemployment could hit 25%, warns Fed chairman, as Japan enters recession
India extends Covid-19 lockdown but eases many restrictions; South Africa reports highest daily new cases; World Health Assembly to begin ... ( read original story ...)
Coronavirus Updates: Japan’s Economy Falls Into Recession
Get all the latest news and insights on the coronavirus’s impact on investors, companies and economies. ( read original story ...)
Japan Falls Into Recession, and Worse Lies Ahead
Despite signs of success in fighting the coronavirus, the world’s third-largest economy will struggle for months to come as it tries to reopen for business. ( read original story ...)
Japan drops into recession and worse times may lie ahead as pandemic pummels economy
Analysts say things are expected to get worse, as the world's third-largest economy undergoes its biggest challenge since World War II. ( read original story ...)