More than 50% of Japanese firms are struggling to obtain raw materials and other commodities due to Russia's war in Ukraine, according to a survey by a credit research firm.

A survey by Teikoku Databank found 50.8% were affected in terms of raw materials, products and services they obtain and 66.7% were experiencing effects from surging purchase costs.

Many of these companies said they are considering taking or have already taken action, including changing materials and passing on price hikes to consumers.