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Bank of Japan's Ueda Suggests Trump’s Tariffs Could Prompt Policy Adjustments

3 days ago

In a recent statement, Haruhiko Ueda, the Governor of the Bank of Japan (BOJ), addressed the potential implications of former President Donald Trump's proposed tariffs on imports. Speaking during a public appearance, Ueda emphasized that these tariffs could necessitate a reconsideration of the BOJ's monetary policy strategy. His remarks come amidst an increasingly complex global economic landscape that demands careful navigation.

Japan's Inflation Surges, Paving the Way for Bank of Japan's Interest Rate Hike

2 months ago

In a development that has significant implications for both local and global economies, Japan's inflation rate has witnessed an unexpected acceleration. The latest data reveals that consumer prices in the country continued to rise in January, maintaining a trajectory that could prompt the Bank of Japan (BOJ) to implement further interest rate hikes in the near future.

Japan's Inflation Sees First Slowdown in Five Months Ahead of Bank of Japan's Policy Meeting

6 months ago

In a surprising turn of events, Japan's inflation rate has experienced its first decline in five months, as released by the country's statistics bureau on October 17, 2024. This development arrives just days before a crucial meeting of the Bank of Japan (BOJ), which is expected to draw significant attention from economists and investors alike.