Japan

[Schneemann]

Japan's economy continues growing

Figures released by the Japanese government show that the country's economy has grown for a second successive quarter.

The world's second biggest economy grew by 1.2% in the three months from July to September - faster than economists had predicted. However, analysts say overall growth is likely to be sluggish for years.

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