Japan Q2 growth misses forecasts on weaker spending, investment — Live Feedhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/japan-q2-growth-misses-forecasts-on-weaker-spending-investmentContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. Japan Q2 GDP grows 1.1% but misses forecastshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/japan-q2-growth-misses-forecasts-on-weaker-spending-investmenthttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/japan-q2-growth-misses-forecasts-on-weaker-spending-investment#u44805Tue, 18 Aug 2026 07:10:56 +0000Japan's economy grew at an annualized rate of 1.1% in the second quarter, falling short of analyst expectations. This slowdown resulted from weaker investment and spending. While the economy remains on a growth path, it faces mounting headwinds including the conflict in the Middle East. The disappointing growth figures create new challenges for Japanese authorities attempting to defend the value of the yen.Why it mattersEconomic growth rates influence the central bank's ability to adjust monetary policy. Slowing domestic demand suggests that previous recovery efforts may be stalling.