Japan August 2025 Preliminary Industrial Production: Positive for JPY
On August 29, 2025, Japan's Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) released the preliminary month-over-month industrial production data for August. The actual figure stood at -0.80%, in line with the forecast of -0.80%, compared to the previous value of -1.20%.Definition: The Industrial Production Index is a key economic indicator that measures real output in manufacturing, mining, and utilities, serving as a major signal of economic cycle fluctuations. In terms of market impact, an actual reading above expectations is considered positive for the Japanese yen.This indicator is rated with a medium importance level (2). The data is calculated based on the inflation-adjusted change in total production value from manufacturers, miners, and utilities. It is released monthly, with the next publication scheduled for October 31, 2025.
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