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Sep. 2020

Economic Trends Research, September 2020

A pick-up movement in domestic economy, but differences in business categories
— A balance between preventing the spread of infection and resuming economic activities is increasingly important —

Overview of September 2020: Ceased to fall

The economic diffusion index (DI) in September 2020 was 31.6, up (1.9 points) from the previous month, increased for 4 consecutive months. There was an improvement in the domestic economy, although there was a difference in recovery depending on the business category.

Future outlook: Leveling-off

The economy is expected to continue to be flat, while having both positive and negative factors.

Primary points of survey results(summary)

1. 1 By industry : Business confidence was positive in nine industries. Although many business categories improved, there are differences in the speed of recovery.
2. 2 By size : Business confidence was positive in all sizes for 4 consecutive months, with new demand because of the spread of household consumption.
3. 3 By region : Business confidence was positive in all ten regions for the first time in two months. Improvements in key industries prompted upward pressure.

Economic Trends Research, September 2020