Bank of Japan
BOJ revises real trade data classification
The Bank of Japan has revised its research data on 'Developments in Real Exports and Real Imports'.
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Himino: Digital money needs holistic system design
Bank of Japan Deputy Governor Himino emphasized the need for a holistic design of future monetary systems, focusing on the concept of 'singleness of money'.
Masu: Japan's economy resilient, inflation drivers persist
Bank of Japan Policy Board Member Masu Kazuyuki stated that Japan's economy has shown resilience despite global challenges like US tariff policy.
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BOJ members divided on rate hike timing amid Mideast risks
Bank of Japan Policy Board members discussed the path for monetary policy normalization at their April 27-28 meeting.
BOJ minutes detail economic outlook, Middle East risks
The Bank of Japan Policy Board discussed economic and financial developments at its March 18-19, 2026 meeting.
BOJ publishes dollar funds operations schedule
The Bank of Japan has published the timetable and schedule for its U.S. dollar funds-supplying operations from May to September 2026.
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BOJ projects higher FY2026 inflation, slower growth
The Bank of Japan projects Japan's economic growth to decelerate in fiscal 2026 while inflation is expected to rise to 2.5-3.0 percent.
BOJ sees decelerating growth, higher inflation in FY2026
The Bank of Japan projects decelerating economic growth and significantly higher inflation for fiscal 2026.
Services Producer Prices rise 3.1 percent in March
The Bank of Japan reported that the Services Producer Price Index (SPPI) for all items rose 3.1 percent year-on-year in March 2026.
US direct lending: BDCs show evolving trends and risks
The Bank of Japan reviews the evolving trends and risks in the U.S. direct lending market, focusing on Business Development Companies (BDCs).
Private funds growth challenges financial stability
A Bank of Japan review examines the increasing presence of private equity (PE) and private debt (PD) funds, highlighting their recent traits and potential risks.
BOJ sees stable financial system, flags geopolitical risks
The Bank of Japan's April 2026 Financial System Report assesses Japan's financial system as stable overall.