Japan economy News

Japan's Retail Sector Sees a 0.5% Uplift in February, Signaling Economic Resilience

Japan's retail sales rose by 0.5% in February, showing signs of economic recovery and increased consumer spending. Analysts are watching closely for future trends.

Tokyo's Inflation Holds Steady at 2.9% in March, Surpassing Expectations in Key Sectors

Tokyo's Ku-area inflation rate remained steady at 2.9% in March, with the CPI excluding fresh food and energy rising to 1.1%, and the figure excluding only fresh food reaching 2.4%...

Governor Ueda Highlights Economic Weakness and Monetary Policy Adjustments in Japan

Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda discusses the moderate recovery of Japan's economy, the need for monetary policy adjustments, and positive wage trends, amidst global economic unc...

BoJ Governor Ueda Highlights Persistent Weaknesses in Japan's Economic Recovery

Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda discusses the moderate recovery of Japan's economy, persistent weaknesses, and the BoJ's plans for monetary policy adjustments. He also highlights...

Surge in Tokyo's Inflation Rate: A Closer Look at the 3.4% Jump

Tokyo's Ku-area sees an unexpected rise in inflation to 3.4% in January, up from 3% in December, with CPI figures excluding fresh food and energy also showing an increase. This ind...

BOJ's Rate Hike Debate: Navigating the Path to Higher Interest Rates

The Bank of Japan's internal debate shifts from when to raise interest rates to how high they can go, with implications for future economic policy and market expectations.