By Stephan Danninger Japan's GDP declined by almost 7 percent in the second quarter, more than many had forecast including us here at the IMF. Many cite the increase in the sales tax this April for this decline. But that is not the full story. Yes, it is true that consumer responses to major tax increases are [...]
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