BOJ official urges timely rate hikes to fight inflation
Bank of Japan Deputy Governor Ryozo Himino stressed the need for timely interest rate hikes to address rising inflation risks. He noted that underlying inflation is approaching the two percent target, reinforcing market expectations for a near-term increase in borrowing costs.
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Bank of Japan Deputy Governor Ryozo Himino signaled Thursday morning the need for timely interest rate hikes to combat inflation risks, reinforcing market expectations for near-term borrowing cost increases in Japan. The remarks come as underlying inflation approaches the central bank's 2% target, driven by rising import prices and robust global demand. Timely action will help prevent abrupt rate adjustments and protect smaller firms from sudden cost spikes.
