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Japan's Consumer Price Index Rises Over 2% for First Time in Nine Months

Japan's Consumer Price Index Rises Over 2% for First Time in Nine Months

Japan's overall Consumer Price Index (CPI) rose by 2.1% year-on-year in September, marking the first increase above 2% in nine months. The index, which excludes fresh food, was reported at 102.3, driven by higher energy costs, raising concerns about potential further interest rate hikes.

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