Japan February trade balance -379bn yen (vs. -810bn yen expected)

Export strength and imports not up to expectations have seen the balance come in at a smaller than expected deficit.Exports to China +2.5% y/yExports to the US +18.4% y/yExports to the EU +14.6% y/yExports to Asia +2.3% y/y This article was written by Eamonn Sheridan at www.forexlive.com.

Japan February trade balance -379bn yen (vs. -810bn yen expected)

Export strength and imports not up to expectations have seen the balance come in at a smaller than expected deficit.

Exports to China +2.5% y/y

  • Exports to the US +18.4% y/y
  • Exports to the EU +14.6% y/y
  • Exports to Asia +2.3% y/y
This article was written by Eamonn Sheridan at www.forexlive.com.