TOKYO, Oct 21 (Information On Japan) –
Almost 60% of listed firms reported that this yr’s record-breaking heatwave had a optimistic influence on their enterprise.
In keeping with Teikoku Databank, 102 listed firms in Japan disclosed detailed info on the influence of the intense warmth this yr.
Of those, 63 firms, or about 60%, famous that the heatwave led to a rise in gross sales or the event of latest merchandise, positively affecting their efficiency and enterprise actions.
By business, retail made up the biggest share, with about 40% (25 firms) benefiting from the warmth.
Gross sales had been notably robust for attire, together with T-shirts and summer time clothes, in addition to miscellaneous items shops promoting heat-relief gadgets like moveable handheld followers.
Then again, 39 firms skilled unfavourable results, with retail as soon as once more making up the biggest share at round half (18 firms).
Outside leisure amenities and eating places reported sluggish buyer numbers because of the intense warmth.
Supply: ANN
