monde1.7 %Japan's inflation slows to 1.7% in August, its lowest level since 2022✓ Confirmed · 2 sources

Japan's inflation slows to 1.7% in August, its lowest level since 2022

Japan records an annual inflation rate of 1.7% in August, down from July.

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This slowdown in the CPI marks a turning point after two years of rising prices.

The Bank of Japan may adjust its monetary policy accordingly.

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