According to CNA, Uniqlo and Saizeriya showed hesitation when weighing price increases. The report said this hesitation highlights the difficulty Japanese companies face as they manage rising costs. CNA also pointed to Japan’s long history of deflation, which has made pricing adjustments more sensitive. The outlet noted that managing inflation has become a challenge for firms trying to raise prices. The report added that this shows why some companies may avoid passing higher costs to consumers, even as the cost environment shifts.
Source: CNA.
