Japan's leading index final reading rose to 102.7 in March of the year, which compared with the previous reading 102.8 during February.
Thursday, May 23, 2013 As of 7:25 PM EDT
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Thursday, May 23, 2013 As of 7:25 PM EDT
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Japan's leading index final reading rose to 102.7 in March of the year, which compared with the previous reading 102.8 during February.
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