Japan's economy unexpectedly slips into recession

From Top stories – France 24 - International News 24/7 Mon Nov 17 2014, 06:30:59

Japan's economy unexpectedly slipped into recession in the third quarter, falling at an annualised 1.6 percent rate after plunging 7.3 percent in the second quarter following a rise in the national sales tax that undercut consumer spending.

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