Japan's gross domestic product
shrinks 12.1 percent in 2008 fourth quarter
Figures are slightly better than projections from analysts
Analyst sees additional deterioration
for export-driven Japanese economy
| shrink | 縮む、縮まる、小さくなる |
| slightly | わずかに、若干 |
| deterioration | 悪化、低下 |
| export-driven economy | 輸出型経経済 |
reference
http://www.afpbb.com/article/economy/2581504/3910703
http://edition.cnn.com/2009/BUSINESS/03/11/japan.economy/index.html
