Japan August Preliminary Industrial Production: A Positive Signal for the Yen
The Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) released the preliminary month-on-month industrial production data for Japan for August 2025 on August 29. The reported figure was -0.9%, compared to a forecast of -1.20% and a previous value of -1.20%.Definition: The Industrial Production Index measures the real output of the manufacturing, mining, and utilities sectors, serving as a key indicator of economic cycles in Japan. Market impact: If the actual figure exceeds the forecast, it is considered positive for the yen.This indicator is assigned an importance level of 2. The statistical method reflects the inflation-adjusted change in total output value by manufacturers, miners, and utility providers. It is released monthly, with the next publication scheduled for October 31, 2025.
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