Business confidence in Kyushu declined for the second consecutive month in October, with the regional index down to 47.8. Rising prices and labor shortages are straining local companies, causing shifts in consumer behavior as customers reduce shopping frequency and spending. However, Okinawa saw a slight improvement in confidence due to a rise in foreign tourism during the autumn season. Source: Cabinet Office, Government of Japan
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