Japan’s business sentiment improved modestly in October, according to the latest Reuters Tankan Index, suggesting a slight strengthening in corporate confidence. The index rose to 22 in October 2026 from 21 in September 2026.
The incremental one-point gain indicates that while optimism among Japanese firms continues to grow, the pace of improvement remains measured. The Reuters Tankan, a closely watched gauge of corporate sentiment, can offer early signals on investment and hiring intentions ahead of official survey data. The latest figures were updated on 06 October 2026.