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Japan's oil import bill surges 59% as trade deficit worsens

Japan's oil import bill rose by 58.7% year-on-year in August, with volumes up 3.6%.

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Japan's oil import bill rose by 58.7% year-on-year in August, with volumes up 3
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7% year-on-year in August, with volumes up 3.6%

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This increased the total import bill by 28%, extending the trade deficit for the fourth consecutive month.

Analysts expect further deterioration from September due to price volatility.

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Cette hausse des coûts énergétiques pèse sur la balance commerciale japonaise, déjà fragilisée par des tensions géopolitiques et une dépendance aux importations d'hydrocarbures. Les entreprises et ménages pourraient subir une pression accrue sur les prix à l'importation, avec un risque de ralentissement économique si la tendance se poursuit.

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