Japan’s nominal wages rise at fastest pace in almost 30 years
Japanese workers’ nominal wages have risen at the fastest pace in almost three decades, underscoring sustained momentum in…
Bank of Japan’s 2% inflation-target victory fails to impress
The Bank of Japan’s declaration last week that its 2% inflation target has finally and definitely been met…
Japan ready to respond to disorderly movements in FX market, Katayama says
Japanese authorities are prepared to respond if currency market movements become disorderly, Finance Minister Satsuki Katayama said one…
IMF raises Japan’s growth forecast for 2026 to 0.7%
Bangkok – The International Monetary Fund on Tuesday raised its economic growth projection for Japan to 0.7% for…
Number of multiple-debt borrowers in Japan hits 12-year high
A growing number of people in Japan are carrying debts from multiple lenders, including consumer finance companies. According…
Rate increase baked in, attention turns to BOJ’s outlook and mood – The Japan Times
Rate increase baked in, attention turns to BOJ’s outlook and mood The Japan TimesBOJ executive saw need for vigilance…
BOJ set to raise interest rate to 1.25% next week
The Bank of Japan plans to raise its policy interest rate to 1.25%, the highest level in about…
Prices of 2,311 food products to rise in Japan in August
Prices are slated to rise in Japan in August for 2,311 food products and beverages made by 195…
Japan trims economic outlook as elevated oil prices weigh on growth
Japan has lowered its economic growth forecast for the current fiscal year, reflecting expectations that higher oil prices…
BOJ likely to raise growth forecast and stand pat, sources say
The Bank of Japan is likely to consider raising its economic growth forecast at its July meeting while…
A pension shift in Japan may hurt some foreign money managers
HONG KONG – Global asset managers such as State Street and Legal & General face a potential hit…
Japan’s bank lending rises fastest since COVID-19, backing BOJ’s path
Japan’s bank lending expanded at the fastest pace since the COVID-19 pandemic, suggesting credit is still accessible and…