The Terminal
Economic Calendar
Every global economic release as it prints: central-bank decisions, inflation, growth and jobs, each shown against consensus, the prior, and the actual figure.
Thursday, October 22, 2026
The Terminal
Every global economic release as it prints: central-bank decisions, inflation, growth and jobs, each shown against consensus, the prior, and the actual figure.
The Imports (YoY) for Japan represents the year-on-year percentage change in the value of goods and services imported into the country. It reflects the expansion or contraction in Japan's international purchases, highlighting the level of demand for foreign products. Analyzing Imports (YoY) offers valuable information about the country's trade dynamics and economic connections with other nations.
International Merchandise Trade Statistics: Imports: Commodities for Japan
| Date | Period | Actual | Consensus | Prior | Surprise |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 20, 2026 | Sep | 18.9% | 19.6 | 28 | -0.7 |
| Sep 15, 2026 | Aug | 28% | 26.3 | 27.9 | +1.7 |
| Aug 19, 2026 | Jul | 27.8% | 26.5 | 25.4 | +1.3 |