110 stories tagged #Bank of Japan

  1. Japan Signals 24/7 Readiness to Intervene in Currency Markets
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    Japan Signals 24/7 Readiness to Intervene in Currency Markets

    Japan's Finance Minister Satsuki Katayama states the government is prepared to act around the clock against currency market volatility, coordinating with the US.

    last mo. 1 min read
  2. Bank of Japan Navigates Inflation Risks Amid Iran Conflict
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    Bank of Japan Navigates Inflation Risks Amid Iran Conflict

    The Bank of Japan is expected to maintain interest rates, focusing on future hikes to counter inflationary pressures exacerbated by the Iran conflict and a weakening yen.

    last mo. 1 min read
  3. Dollar Holds Steady Amid Geopolitical Tensions and Central Bank Watch
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    Dollar Holds Steady Amid Geopolitical Tensions and Central Bank Watch

    Traders remain cautious as US-Iran talks and key central bank decisions loom. The dollar's stability reflects investor uncertainty.

    last mo. 2 min read
  4. Japan's Bond Yields Climb on Tightening Policy Outlook
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    Japan's Bond Yields Climb on Tightening Policy Outlook

    Japan's 20-year bond yield rises, signaling market expectations for tighter monetary policy from the Bank of Japan amidst a structural repricing.

    last mo. 1 min read
  5. Bank of Japan Signals Status Quo Amidst Yen Weakness Concerns
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    Bank of Japan Signals Status Quo Amidst Yen Weakness Concerns

    The Bank of Japan is poised to hold interest rates steady, as market focus shifts to potential currency intervention amidst a depreciating yen.

    last mo. 1 min read
  6. US and Japan Collaborate to Stabilize Yen, Easing BOJ Rate Cut Pressure
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    US and Japan Collaborate to Stabilize Yen, Easing BOJ Rate Cut Pressure

    Finance Minister Satsuki Katayama confirms ongoing forex coordination with US officials, signaling potential joint action to stabilize the yen and reduce pressure on the Bank of Japan to cut interest rates.

    last mo. 1 min read
  7. Japan Inflation Surges, BOJ Rate Cut by April 2026 Highly Unlikely
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    Japan Inflation Surges, BOJ Rate Cut by April 2026 Highly Unlikely

    Japan's March CPI data shows inflation at 1.5%, dampening expectations for a Bank of Japan rate cut in April 2026. Market odds reflect this trend.

    last mo. 1 min read
  8. Japan's Core Inflation Dips Below BOJ Target Amidst Growing Energy Risks
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    Japan's Core Inflation Dips Below BOJ Target Amidst Growing Energy Risks

    Japan's core inflation fell below the Bank of Japan's 2% target in March. Analysts anticipate a rise in coming months due to energy price pressures.

    last mo. 1 min read