UPDATE 2-Japan exports rise 16.7% in September as AI chip demand powers trade

* September exports +16.7% yr/yr vs market estimate +20.1% * Imports +18.9% yr/yr vs market estimate +19.6% * Exports aided by strong investment by South Korean chipmakers * Automobile exports

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