Japan Posts ¥536.5 Billion Trade Deficit in September

TOKYO — Japan recorded a trade deficit of ¥536.5 billion in September, according to trade statistics released on October 17.

The figure reflects Japan's trade balance for the ninth month of the year, based on the gap between the value of the country's goods exports and imports.

The data comes as Japan's trade indicators remain closely watched for signs of the economy's recovery and for the effects of developments in global trade.

Full details on September export and import values were not included in the initial announcement.