Japan has reported its exports fell in May as shipments of autos to the U.S. dropped nearly 25% from a year earlier due to higher tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump.

TOKYO—Japan’s exports fell for the first time in eight months in May, bolstering views that the impact of President Trump’s tariffs could tie the Bank of Japan’s hands on rate hikes.Exports, a main engine of growth for Japan’s economy,

Japan's export engine showed signs of strain in May, marking its first decline in eight months as trade tensions with the United States escalated. Major automakers, including industry giant Toyota, were particularly affected by new US tariffs,