Survey shows mixed sentiment among Japan's large companies

TOKYO, Dec. 13 (Xinhua) -- The Bank of Japan (BOJ) survey released Friday revealed mixed business sentiment among Japan's large companies, with manufacturers showing signs of recovery and non-manufacturers facing notable challenges.

The business index for large manufacturers improved for the first time in two quarters, rising by 1 point to plus 14 for the Oct.-Dec. period, according to the quarterly Tankan surve