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Japan's factory output saw a 3.8% rise in March from the previous month, with expectations of further growth in April and May. Concurrently, retail sales surged by 1.2% year-on-year but declined by 1.2% month-on-month.
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How might the contrasting monthly and yearly retail sales figures impact Japan's overall economic outlook?
In what ways could these trends influence policymakers' decisions regarding economic stimulus measures or sector-specific support?
What factors could be driving the steady growth in factory output, and what implications does this have for the manufacturing sector?
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