BOJ vows to keep raising rates despite Trump tariff risks
Bank of Japan Deputy Governor Shinichi Uchida said the central bank will continue to raise interest rates to ensure the economy grows stably in the long run, keeping alive expectations that there is a chance of a near-term hike in borrowing costs.
BOJ’s Deputy Chief Hints at More Rate Hikes, Without Rushing
Bank of Japan Deputy Governor Shinichi Uchida signaled that the benchmark interest rate remains on a gradual upward path, in remarks that may quell speculation of an early move.
BOJ Seeks More Rate Hikes but Not in Rush, Deputy Governor Says -- 2nd Update
"Underlying inflation is still below 2%," Shinichi Uchida said in a speech to business leaders in central Japan's Shizuoka prefecture. "Tightening monetary policy in this situation would suppress economic activity, and wages would not rise," he said.
BOJ has no immediate plan to sell ETF holdings, deputy governor says
Bank of Japan Deputy Governor Shinichi Uchida said on Wednesday the central bank had no immediate plan to sell its large holdings of exchange-traded funds (ETF).
Bank of Japan deputy governor Uchida vows to keep raising interest rates
SHIZUOKA - Bank of Japan (BOJ) Deputy Governor Shinichi Uchida said the central bank can proceed with interest rate hikes at a pace in line with market expectations, keeping alive views that there is a chance of a near-term increase in borrowing costs.
BOJ Seeks More Rate Hikes But Not in Rush, Deputy Gov Says
"Underlying inflation is still below 2%," Shinichi Uchida said in a speech to business leaders in Shizuoka prefecture, located in the center of Japan's main island. "Tightening monetary policy in this situation would suppress economic activity, and wages would not rise," he said.
Yen Mixed; Prospects of More BOJ Rate Increases May Support
The yen was mixed against the G-10 and Asian currencies but may be supported by prospects of more BOJ rate increases.
Japanese Yen and Aussie Dollar News: Yen Carry Trade and China Exports in Focus
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Yen hits 5-month high against dollar amid expectations of BOJ rate hike
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JGBs Edge Lower Amid Concerns Over Japan Wage Increases
JGBs edged lower in price terms in early Tokyo trade amid concerns over Japanese wage increases that might lead to further BOJ rate hikes.
BOJ's Ueda says geopolitical tensions could cause capital flow reversals
Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda said on Wednesday geopolitical tensions could cause a sudden reversal of cross-border ...