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2026.08.3105:00:00UTC+00Japan Construction Orders Slide 13.4% in July, Reversing June Growth

Japan’s construction sector saw a sharp downturn in July 2026, with construction orders dropping 13.4% year-over-year, according to data updated on 31 August 2026. The contraction marks a stark reversal from June 2026, when orders had increased 2.3% compared with the same month a year earlier.

The year-over-year comparison framework shows that while June still reflected moderate growth versus June 2025, July’s figures indicate a significant pullback relative to July 2025. The abrupt swing from positive to deeply negative territory suggests a rapid cooling in construction demand, which may weigh on related industries and broader investment sentiment if the trend persists.

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