AI Data Insight
In July 2026 (Q3), Japan's Services CPI recorded 101.7, halting its decline and rebounding from 101.3 in June, ending the previous sharp plunge. As sectors such as dining out and services continue to reflect rising labor costs, upward pressure on core prices is gradually spreading. This has also prompted the Bank of Japan to remain highly vigilant on inflation and initiate another rate hike step in September.