- Japanese exports surged in January, providing more evidence that the world's third largest economy is slowly climbing out of recession.
- Exports rose by an 17% on year last month, their biggest jump since late 2013, while imports in January contracted 9% Y/Y.
- Helped by gains in financial and shipping companies, Tokyo’s Nikkei touched its highest level since May 2000 during the session, climbing 0.6% to 18,307.25.
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