April 02, 2025

Japanese Automakers Post Higher U.S. Sales in 1st Quarter

New York, April 1 (Jiji Press)--Six Japanese automakers on Tuesday reported higher vehicle sales in the U.S. market for the first quarter of this year as some consumers apparently bought cars or trucks before President Donald Trump's auto tariffs take effect.

Major Japanese Department Stores Post Lower Sales in March

Tokyo, April 2 (Jiji Press)--Three major Japanese department store operators on Tuesday reported declines in same-store sales in March from a year before because of lower spending by foreign visitors and sluggish demand for spring clothing amid unstable weather.

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