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Bank of Japan Confirms Long Path Ahead to Neutral Interest Rate

7 months ago

Bank of Japan Governor Haruhiko Kuroda stated that the Bank continues its strategy of loose monetary policy, emphasizing that the country's economy has not yet reached a state of sustainable growth, which indicates the need to maintain the current low interest rate. In his speech, Kuroda highlighted that the benchmarks the Bank uses to determine a neutral interest rate remain significantly distant, and that numerous factors must be considered in evaluating the possibility of achieving it in the future.

Bank of Japan Ready to Continue Rate Hikes if Price Data Permits

7 months ago

Against the backdrop of rising inflation and improving economic conditions in Japan, Bank of Japan (BoJ) Deputy Governor Masayoshi Takata stated that further interest rate hikes might be on the table should economic data validate such a move. Takata highlighted that strong price growth pressure has been observed in recent months, opening the door for potential policy changes from the bank.

Bank of Japan Reiterates Readiness to Raise Rates if Outlook Materializes

7 months ago

Bank of Japan (BOJ) Governor Kazuo Ueda reiterated the central bank's intention to consider raising interest rates if the economic outlook, based on current data, is realized. His comments continue previous statements that the BOJ is prepared to adjust its monetary policy depending on changing economic conditions.

Striking Finale for the Bank of Japan: Governor Haruki Ueda Under Scrutiny After Market Turmoil

7 months ago

In recent days, Japan’s financial markets have faced significant fluctuations, raising numerous questions about the central bank’s strategy. The Governor of the Bank of Japan (BoJ), Haruki Ueda, now finds himself in the spotlight, as his actions and decisions have come under intense criticism amid market disruptions. This became particularly pressing following a recent announcement about the potential shift in monetary policy, which led to sharp spikes in currency exchange rates and bond yields.