The economy is improving slightly.
Last month's economic watcher survey, asking workers how they felt the economy, saw a slight improvement in the current economic index. Some have reported that the effects of the consumption tax hike have eased, while others have said that the year-end sales season was lacking in excitement.
The Economy Watcher Survey is an index of over 2,000 employees, such as retail store employees and taxi drivers, asking them about the real economy.
According to the Cabinet Office, the index showing the current economic situation last month was 39.8, up 0.4 points from the previous month and improved for the second consecutive month.
Last month's survey showed that some retailers, among others, said that the impact of the consumption tax hike had eased and sales were improving.
Furniture manufacturers have also said that sales of office supplies continue to be strong, given the redevelopment of urban areas.
On the other hand, hotels in the Kinki region reported that there were more employees who did not participate in the year-end party. Some say that it is dull, and you can also see that the year-end sales battle was lacking in excitement.
According to the Cabinet Office, "Some say that the effects of the consumption tax hike have eased, but some signs of recovery have also been weak. There may be. "