Bank of Japan News

Shenzhen Stock Market Skyrockets by 4%: A New Dawn for Chinese Markets?

Asia-Pacific markets saw a significant uptick, with Chinese stocks leading the gains. The Shenzhen Composite soared by 4.14%, while South Korea's political scene took center stage ...

US Dollar Gains Momentum Against Vietnamese Dong in Unofficial Markets

The US dollar saw a 0.17% increase against the Vietnamese dong in unofficial markets, reaching VND25,800. Globally, the dollar held near a 14-month high, influenced by a strong pay...

Japan at a Turning Point: Minister Akazawa Warns Against Deflation Relapse

Japan's Economic Revitalization Minister, Ryosei Akazawa, discusses the critical phase Japan is in to overcome deflation and the importance of not slipping back into it, highlighti...

Japan's 10-Year Bond Yield Hits Decade-High, Signaling Policy Shift

Japan's 10-year government bond yield has surged to 1.11%, marking its highest point in over 13 years. This rise is attributed to market expectations of tighter monetary policy ami...

Asia-Pacific Markets React to US Investigation on Chinese Legacy Semiconductors

Asia-Pacific markets traded mixed on Tuesday as investors assessed the impact of a US investigation into Chinese legacy semiconductors and considered central bank meeting minutes a...

Biden's Probe into China's Semiconductor Sector Shakes Asia-Pacific Markets

Asia-Pacific markets showed mixed performance due to Biden's probe into China's semiconductor sector, and the release of meeting minutes by the Bank of Japan and Reserve Bank of Au...

Japan's Economy: Steady Recovery Amid Global Economic Uncertainty

Japan's economy is recovering moderately despite some pauses, with government policies improving employment and income. The government works with the Bank of Japan to manage polici...

Asia-Pacific Markets Mostly Lower Amid Central Bank Rate Moves

Asia-Pacific stock markets mostly declined on Thursday following the US Federal Reserve's decision to ease monetary policy and the Bank of Japan's rate stability.

Fed's Potential Rate Cut Slowdown Sends Asian Markets Plummeting

Asian stock markets experience significant losses after the Federal Reserve signals a potential slowdown in interest rate cuts. Key indexes in Japan, South Korea, Hong Kong, and Au...

Bank of Japan's Interest Rate Decision: Key to Asia-Pacific Markets' Performance

Asia-Pacific stock indexes traded mixed as investors awaited the Bank of Japan's interest rate decision. The BOJ is expected to maintain rates at 0.25%. Market performance varied a...

Asia-Pacific Markets Mostly Up as Investors Eye Japan's Trade Data and BoJ Decision

Asia-Pacific markets mostly higher as investors assess Japan's trade data and await the Bank of Japan's rate decision. Major indexes in Australia, South Korea, Hong Kong, and China...

Fed Rate Cut Looms: Dollar's Steady Performance Amid Global Central Bank Meetings

The U.S. dollar remains steady against the yen and other major currencies as investors anticipate a potential hawkish rate cut by the Federal Reserve. Focus will be on the new econ...

Japan's Exports Surge in November, Surpassing Market Expectations

Japan's exports grew by 3.8% in November, surpassing expectations and driven by strong global demand. Exports to China rose by 4.1%, while those to the US declined by 8%. The trade...

Central Bank Decisions: Risk Appetite Takes a Hit in Asia

Asian markets are cautious with stocks down and risk appetite low ahead of central bank decisions. The Fed and Bank of Japan's announcements are key, with Thailand and Indonesia al...

European Markets Unsteady as Dollar Strengthens Amid Central Bank Meetings

European shares wobble and the dollar firms as traders await central bank meetings, with the Fed expected to cut rates and other banks likely to maintain policies. U.S. markets out...

Asia-Pacific Markets Mostly Down Amid Economic Data and Policy Expectations

Asia-Pacific stock indexes mostly declined as investors assessed fresh economic reports and anticipated new monetary policy decisions by major central banks.

Asia-Pacific Markets Mixed Amid Central Bank Decisions and Economic Data

Asia-Pacific stock markets traded mixed on Monday as investors analyzed economic data and anticipated central bank decisions. Key indexes in Australia, South Korea, Hong Kong, and ...

Japan's Business Sentiment Shows Signs of Improvement Despite Global Risks

Japanese big manufacturers' sentiment improved slightly, but companies expect business conditions to worsen due to global risks and rising costs. The Bank of Japan's survey highlig...

Japan's Producer Prices Surge by 3.7% in November, Outpacing Expectations

Japan's PPI rose 3.7% in November year-on-year, beating expectations. The monthly PPI increased by 0.3%, and export prices grew 0.7% year-on-year, while import prices dropped 2.8%.

Dollar's Decline Against Vietnamese Dong: A Closer Look

Vietcombank sold the dollar at VND25,463, down 0.08% from Thursday and lowest since Nov. 12. The State Bank of Vietnam kepts its reference rate unchanged at VND24,251. The greenbac...