Japan's industrial production rose by 2 percent in May from April, the fourth consecutive monthly increase, while the core consumer price index was flat from a year ago.
Increase the production of generic and motors, Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry factory output, closely watched indicator, the export-oriented economy, driven by said Friday.
However, compared with a year ago, the industrial production index fell by 1 percent, manufacturers predicted in June fell 2.4%, indicating that the economy still struggling to gain traction.
Figures supplied by the Prime Minister Shinzo Abe (Shinzo Abe) in a push to revive Japan's long-term economic stagnation, through massive monetary easing policy and public works projects.
 



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