Kazuo Ueda sees moderate recovery but notes weaknesses; BOJ maintains policy while monitoring wages, prices, and exchange markets.
BoJ holds rate at 0.5%, signals gradual hikes. Market watches Ueda’s comments amid economic uncertainty and US policies.
Japan’s auto industry may face major production changes due to potential U.S. tariffs set for April 2.
Bank of Japan Governor Ueda to speak after policy decision; USD/JPY steady following earlier rise on dollar demand.
Bank of Japan holds rates at 0.5%, cites moderate recovery, rising inflation expectations, and persistent economic uncertainties.
Fed to maintain policy stance, citing uncertainty. BofA sees stagflation signs, with slower growth and rising inflation.
PBOC sets the yuan midpoint, allowing +/-2% fluctuation. Net injection today: 120.5 billion yuan.
BOJ signals a cautious rate hike approach, balancing inflation, wage growth, yen stability, and global economic risks.
Ireland’s Central Bank lowers growth forecasts, citing U.S. policy uncertainty, while inflation and pharmaceutical exports rise.
Leading Index rises to 0.8%, signaling growth, but tariff concerns persist despite strong domestic support.
