More workers in Japan are feeling upbeat as the relaxation of COVID-19 measures encouraged them to dine out and attend after-hours events. That's the findings of a government survey that tracks their mood.
The Cabinet Office's Economy Watchers Survey says worker sentiment in May rose 0.4 points from the previous month to 55.0. It was the fourth straight month of increase.
About 2,000 people in various industries were asked to compare current economic conditions with those from three months earlier.
The Cabinet Office attributed the rise in sentiment to brisk business at restaurants and in other service industries. A worker at an upscale restaurant said more tourists and local residents are holding parties there.
But some uncertainty remains. The index for the outlook 2 to 3 months ahead fell for the first time in six months.
It now stands at 54.4. That's down 1.3 points from the previous month.
The Cabinet Office's Economy Watchers Survey says worker sentiment in May rose 0.4 points from the previous month to 55.0. It was the fourth straight month of increase.
About 2,000 people in various industries were asked to compare current economic conditions with those from three months earlier.
The Cabinet Office attributed the rise in sentiment to brisk business at restaurants and in other service industries. A worker at an upscale restaurant said more tourists and local residents are holding parties there.
But some uncertainty remains. The index for the outlook 2 to 3 months ahead fell for the first time in six months.
It now stands at 54.4. That's down 1.3 points from the previous month.
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Japan's worker sentiment increases for fourth consecutive month, reaching 55.0 in May, according to the Cabinet Office's Economy Watchers Survey. The rise is attributed to increased business at restaurants and service industries. However, uncertainty remains as the index for the outlook 2 to 3
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URL: https://www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/news/20230609_17/
Date: June 9, 2023
Created: 2023/06/09 13:49
Updated: 2025/12/09 03:08
Last Read: 2023/06/09 13:50