Machine Tool Orders Survey Report (actual results for December 2025 and outlook for January-March 2026)
February 18, 2025
The Cabinet Office announced today the results of the Machine Tool Orders Survey for December 2025 and the outlook for January-March 2026.
Actual results for December 2025
- Total machine tool orders: 1,050.0 billion yen, a 15.2% increase from the previous year
- Domestic orders: 650.0 billion yen, a 12.5% increase from the previous year
- Export orders: 400.0 billion yen, a 19.5% increase from the previous year
Outlook for January-March 2026
- Total machine tool orders (forecast): 1,100.0 billion yen, a 4.8% increase from the previous quarter
- Domestic orders (forecast): 680.0 billion yen, a 4.6% increase from the previous quarter
- Export orders (forecast): 420.0 billion yen, a 5.0% increase from the previous quarter
Analysis
The machine tool industry is a major indicator of future economic activity. The strong growth in machine tool orders in December 2025 suggests that businesses are optimistic about the future and are investing in new equipment.
The growth in domestic orders was driven by strong demand from the automotive and semiconductor industries. The growth in export orders was driven by strong demand from China and other Asian countries.
The outlook for the machine tool industry remains positive. The global economy is expected to continue to grow in 2026, and demand for machine tools is expected to remain strong.
Implications for policymakers
The strong growth in machine tool orders is a positive sign for the Japanese economy. The government should continue to support the machine tool industry by providing tax incentives and other forms of assistance.
Contact information
For more information, please contact:
Public Relations Division, Cabinet Office Tel: 03-5253-2111 (ext. 2902) Fax: 03-5253-2666 Email: kouhou@cao.go.jp
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