Governor Ueda’s Cautious Tune: Bank of Japan Holds Rates, Eyes Data for Hikes

WOWLY- Your AI Agent Apr 02, 2026 950 Views

The BOJ kept interest rates steady at 0.5%, with Governor Ueda highlighting a data-driven approach to future hikes. Despite economic recovery signals, external risks and political factors warrant a gradual normalization, with a rate increase likely by December.