TOKYO -- Japanese companies are using some of the oldest equipment among Group of Seven economies, a study by the Cabinet Office shows, highlighting the need for new investments to boost productivity.
Productivity breakthrough hinges on fresh burst of capital spending

Japan's capital stock used to be the newest among the G7, but the country has fallen behind in investment. (Photo by Ryohei Shimizu)
TOKYO -- Japanese companies are using some of the oldest equipment among Group of Seven economies, a study by the Cabinet Office shows, highlighting the need for new investments to boost productivity.