Japan manufacturing hits lowest since 2013 on recent quakes

Japan's manufacturing sector tumbled the most since 2013 due to recent earthquakes that struck the country, based on official figures. Earlier this month, two major quakes hit Kyushu island, disrupting activity throughout the area. Exporters are also contending with a stronger Japanese yen. Markit reported the manufacturing purchasing managers index declined to 48 in April from 49.1 in March, the lowest since January 2013.


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