Japan's exports rose for a fourth consecutive month, data showed on Wednesday, signalling that strong global demand is underpinning the country's economic recovery amid growing concerns over U.S. tariff policies.

Japan recorded a trade deficit of 2.76 trillion yen ($18 billion) in January, the Finance Ministry reported Wednesday, as worries continue to grow about looming tariffs from the administration of U.S.

Japan has raised the issue of auto tariffs with the US after President Donald Trump threatened to impose a 25% levy on car imports, a move that would likely deliver a big blow to Japan’s economy.

Japan's exports rose for a fourth consecutive month in January led by auto shipments to the United States, but if U.S. President Donald Trump goes through with a plan to impose hefty car tariffs, a sharp drop-off is likely.

Japan’s exports rose at a faster clip in January as businesses ramped up orders just as US President Donald Trump unleashed a barrage of protectionist policies expected to take effect in coming months.

Japans exports grew for the fourth straight month in January, signaling a resilient economic recovery despite looming U.S. tariff threats. Data released Wednesday showed a 7.2% year-on-year increase,