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Is Japan’s labour market about to unravel?

Improvements in labour market conditions earlier this year came to a halt in Q3 as the economy experienced a sharp decline. With most indicators pointing to a further contraction in Q4, we think labour market conditions will soon begin to deteriorate. This will weigh on confidence and consumer spending and act as a further headwind to an economic recovery.

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