Japan PM Abe:
- Whether Japan can return to growth path in July-Sept quarter will be key on if to proceed with next sales tax hike to 10 pct
- It’s true sales tax hike weakens consumers’ purchasing power, must scrutinise how it effects prospects for ending deflation
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Headlines via Reuters
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Added:
- Economic growth is continuing as a whole
- Want to look at various data for July-September in deciding if to compile extra budget to stimulate economy