Japan’s industrial production increased by 2.2% month-over-month in September 2026, reversing a 2.4% decline in the previous month and surpassing market estimates of 1.3%, preliminary data showed. It was the fastest growth since January, reflecting higher output across key manufacturing sectors as export demand recovered. On an annual basis, production rose 1.9%, down from 2.7% in August, marking the softest growth in four months.