16-February-2026
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Japan's economy limps back to scant growth in Q4, raises test for PM Sanae Takaichi
16-Feb-2026

Japan's economy limped back to meagre growth in the fourth quarter, significantly missing market expectations in a key test for Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's government as cost-of-living pressures drag on confidence and domestic demand. Fresh off a sweeping election victory, Takaichi's administration is preparing to ramp up investment through targeted public spending in sectors seen as vital to economic security.

News Source:- https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/international/world-news/japans-economy-limps-back-to-scant-growth-in-q4-raises-test-for-pm-sanae-takaichi/articleshow/128403443.cms