AI Data Insight
Japan's latest capacity utilization for Q2 2026 edged up slightly to 103.0, showing a mild recovery compared to 102.9 in the previous period, reflecting a stabilization of momentum in some areas of the manufacturing sector. Although sub-sectors such as transport equipment and chemicals performed well, the recovery pace was still suppressed by rising logistics and energy costs triggered by the Middle East situation. Future performance will depend on the degree of mitigation of external risks.