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15.05.202606:00:00UTC+00Japan Machine Tool Orders Jump 45.1% YoY in April, Accelerating From March Gain

Japan’s machine tool orders surged in April 2026, signaling a stronger rebound in capital investment demand. According to the latest data updated on 15 May 2026, orders rose 45.1% year-over-year, a sharp acceleration from the 24.2% gain recorded in March 2026.

Both figures are measured on a year-over-year basis, comparing each month’s performance with the same month a year earlier. The step-up from March’s 24.2% increase to April’s 45.1% suggests that demand for industrial machinery is gaining momentum, potentially reflecting improving conditions in manufacturing and export-oriented sectors. Investors and analysts will be watching upcoming releases closely to assess whether this surge marks the start of a sustained uptrend in Japan’s capital goods cycle.

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