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Gulf Press > Business > Forex > BoJ Summary of Opinions: Member signals willingness to adjust easing measures based on outlook
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BoJ Summary of Opinions: Member signals willingness to adjust easing measures based on outlook

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Last updated: 2024/10/01 at 12:42 AM
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The Bank of Japan (BoJ) recently published the Summary of Opinions from its September monetary policy meeting, highlighting key findings and quotes. The Japanese economy has been recovering moderately, with steady price rises, and economic activity and prices are generally on track with moderate growth expected. Despite these positive signs, concerns exist regarding the impact of U.S. economic uncertainties on Japan, including exchange rates and corporate profits. The Bank will maintain its current accommodative stance but will adjust if economic conditions improve, with no immediate plans for further rate hikes to emphasize stability and careful communication.

In terms of market reaction, following the release of the BoJ’s Summary of Opinions, the USD/JPY pair is gaining 0.08% on the day to trade at 143.75. This indicates that investors are responding positively to the BoJ’s stance on monetary policy and its commitment to maintaining stability in the economy. It is essential to monitor how the market continues to react to these developments in the coming days and weeks.

The Bank of Japan (BoJ) is the Japanese central bank responsible for setting monetary policy in the country. Its primary mandate is to issue banknotes and carry out currency and monetary control to ensure price stability, with an inflation target of around 2%. The BoJ has been implementing an ultra-loose monetary policy since 2013 to stimulate the economy and fuel inflation amid a low-inflationary environment. This policy is based on Quantitative and Qualitative Easing (QQE), involving the printing of notes to buy assets such as government or corporate bonds to provide liquidity.

In 2016, the BoJ further loosened its policy by introducing negative interest rates and directly controlling the yield of its 10-year government bonds. However, in March 2024, the Bank lifted interest rates, signaling a retreat from the ultra-loose monetary policy stance. The Bank’s massive stimulus efforts have caused the Yen to depreciate against its main currency peers, especially in 2022 and 2023, due to policy divergence with other major central banks. This divergence led to a widening differential in currency values, dragging down the value of the Yen. However, in 2024, the BoJ decided to abandon its ultra-loose policy stance, leading to a reversal in this trend.

The depreciation of the Yen and the spike in global energy prices have contributed to an increase in Japanese inflation, exceeding the BoJ’s 2% target. The prospect of rising salaries in Japan, which is a key element fueling inflation, has also played a role in driving up inflation rates. It will be crucial to monitor how the Bank of Japan continues to navigate these challenges while maintaining price stability and supporting economic growth in the country. Overall, the BoJ’s recent decisions and policies are likely to have a significant impact on the Japanese economy and financial markets in the coming months.

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