Consumption tax hike

Consumption tax hike

Preparations are under way at convenience store operator Lawson's outlet in Tokyo on Sept. 30, 2019, the eve of Japan's scheduled consumption tax hike from 8 percent to 10 percent. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

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