Japan's leading index improved less than initially estimated in November to the highest level in one-and-a-half years, the latest data from the Cabinet Office showed Monday.
The leading index, which measures future economic activity, rose slightly to 109.9 in November from 109.8 in October. In the flash estimate, the score was 110.5.
Moreover, this was the highest reading since May 2024, when the reading was 111.1.
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June 05, 2026 16:18 ET A busy week for economic news flow saw a slew of reports being released that reflected the trends in the U.S. labor market. In Europe, economic growth and inflation data gained attention as the European Central Bank and Bank of England head for policy session later in the month. In Asia, the monetary policy session of the Indian central bank was in focus as the country, a major oil importer, reels under the pressures of a weaker rupee and rising inflation.