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Japan May exports grow at fastest pace in over three years, beating estimates, as chip demand soars
Japan's exports in May grew at their fastest pace since November 2022, surpassing estimates due to strong demand for cars and semiconductors. The surge was driven by robust global demand for automotive products and chips.
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