Yields hit three-decade highs as BOJ behind-the-curve narrative debated
Japanese yields are hitting multidecade highs, with the 10-year Japanese government bond climbing on Thursday to 2.9%, a…
Japan’s nominal wages top 3% again in longest streak since 1992
Japanese wages climbed again in May, comfortably outpacing inflation and reinforcing the Bank of Japan’s stance toward raising…
Japan’s 2026 wage talks result in third year of gains above 5%
Japan’s annual wage negotiations concluded with average pay gains topping 5% for a third year, underscoring the economy’s…
Inside Japan’s $25 billion consumer market built on fan devotion
Japan’s fervent fans of everything from pop idols and anime characters to online streamers have turned their devotion…
Takaichi’s new BOJ board pick signals tame view on inflation
New Bank of Japan board member Ayano Sato said the country’s inflation views aren’t very strong yet, suggesting…
Japan nears longest postwar growth even as households struggle
Japan is close to notching its longest economic growth streak since WWII, as the nation weathers higher oil…
Tokyo inflation picks up, keeping BOJ on track for further hike
Tokyo’s key inflation gauge picked up for the first time in eight months, keeping the Bank of Japan on…
BOJ’s Himino sees risk of price trend rising above 2% target
Bank of Japan Deputy Gov. Ryozo Himino says he sees a risk that inflation could accelerate beyond the…
Bank of Japan rate hike a ‘done deal’ given inflation and weak yen
The Bank of Japan is expected to raise its key interest rate to a 30-year high on Tuesday,…
Why Japan’s Takaichi has stepped back from BOJ rate hike debate
Comment Prime minister faces pressure from markets, US on inflation and yen Comments from BOJ Gov. Kazuo Ueda…
BOJ will ‘discuss’ rate hike despite uncertainties, says Gov. Ueda
Bank of Japan Governor’s latest assessments focus on upside inflation risks Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda’s remarks…
BOJ will probably raise rates in June, former board member says
The Bank of Japan will probably raise its benchmark rate next month at a meeting that will determine…