Japan: Manufacturers' Mood Highest in Near 5 Years.

The Reuters Tankan index for Japanese manufacturers rose for the fourth consecutive month to +27 in November 2026, from +22 in the previous month, marking its highest reading since August 2021, supported by continued strength in semiconductor and data center demand. Meanwhile, non-manufacturers’ sentiment increased to +35, the highest since June 2018, from +23, which was the lowest reading since November 2024, reflecting a sharp rebound in confidence in the service and domestic sectors.