Tue, 19 Nov 2013 11:55:03 GMT
Japan's leading index rises less than forecast in September
A leading index of Japan's economy improved in the month of September, although at a weaker pace than originally forecast, a data revealed by the Cabinet Office showed on Tuesday. According to the data, Japan's leading economic index advanced to 109.2 in September from a level of 106.8 recorded in August, while it was forecast to climb to 109.5.