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Japanese GDP Growth Annualized Prel (Q1) 2.1% vs. Exp. 1.7% (Prev. 1.3%, Low. 0.4%, High. 2.9%)

Japan's GDP growth came in at an annualized 2.1% for Q1, surpassing expectations of 1.7% and up from the previous quarter's 1.3%.

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This stronger-than-expected print suggests a resilient economic recovery, which could have positive implications for monetary policy and the yen, as investors reassess growth prospects in the region.

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