Event Brief
Japan Machinery Orders Decline 5.5% in January
Filed: Mar 19, 2026 at 3:05 AM ET
Summary: Japan's core machinery orders fell by 5.5% in January, raising concerns amid ongoing tensions in Iran.
WHO: Japan
WHAT: core machinery orders decline
WHEN: Mar 19, 2026 at 2:44 AM ET
WHERE: Japan
WHY: Concerns linger over the conflict in Iran affecting corporate spending.
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