https://www.taxtmi.com/news?id=72910 Japan recorded a sharp rise in exports and imports in April, with exports increasing for the eighth consecutive month and trade moving into surplus. Semiconductor shipments led the export growth, supported by stronger sales of medical products, paper goods and electrical machinery. Energy imports fell markedly because of disruption linked to the war in Iran and closure of the Strait of Hormuz, while higher oil prices and a weaker yen increased import costs. en-us Thu, 21 May 2026 11:46:04 +0530 Thu, 21 May 2026 11:46:04 +0530 TaxTMI RSS Generator https://www.taxtmi.com/news?id=72910 Japan recorded a sharp rise in exports and imports in April, with exports increasing for the eighth consecutive month and trade moving into surplus. Semiconductor shipments led the export growth, supported by stronger sales of medical products, paper goods and electrical machinery. Energy imports fell markedly because of disruption linked to the war in Iran and closure of the Strait of Hormuz, while higher oil prices and a weaker yen increased import costs. News - Thu, 21 May 2026 11:46:04 +0530 https://www.taxtmi.com/news?id=72910