Japan’s Economy Grows 1.6% in Q1 2023, Boosted by Private Demand
Japan’s real gross domestic product (GDP), which represents the total value of a nation’s goods and services, increased by 0.4% on a quarterly basis in January-March 2023.
Private demand emerged as the primary contributor to Japan’s economic growth in Q1 2023, surging at an annual pace of 3.1%.
Despite overall economic growth, Japan faced challenges due to declining exports, reflecting the sluggishness of global economies.