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Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda said the central bank will closely monitor yen movements and their impact on the economy and prices. The remarks come amid sharp yen fluctuations and concerns about import costs and inflation.
Economists say Japanese PM Sanae Takaichi's consumption tax cut plan will likely do little for consumers and may worsen inflation. The move, though politically significant, risks straining the budget and complicating the macroeconomic outlook.
The Bank of Japan reaffirmed its plan to raise interest rates and warned that core inflation could exceed its 2% target as price pressures broaden. The move signals a more decisive shift toward monetary tightening despite global growth concerns.
The Bank of Japan has cut its consumer price forecast for fiscal 2026 to 2.5%, below the prior estimate. The revision reflects moderating price pressures and a cautious outlook on recovery, while the central bank continues its accommodative stance.
US GDP growth slowed to 1.5% in Q2 2026, down from 2.1% in the previous quarter, as a wider trade deficit and higher gasoline prices weighed on the economy. Experts point to a classic supply shock from tariffs and energy price volatility, while consumer spending and investment remain uneven.
Japan's political parties ended months of discussions on reducing consumption tax on food and beverages without reaching consensus, leaving the final decision to Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi. The proposal aims to ease inflation's impact on consumer spending, but disagreements over scope and budget concerns blocked a deal.
Despite war with the U.S. and harsh sanctions, Iran's economy endures thanks to domestic diversification, gray trade, and informal labor. But soaring inflation and a shrinking middle class mean ordinary Iranians bear the heaviest burden. The current model, welfare economists say, is an expensive way to survive — not a recipe for recovery.
Japan's Finance Ministry is considering expanding government bond offerings for individual investors, including inflation-linked bonds to counter rising prices. The proposal aims to diversify investment options and support the domestic bond market amid low interest rates. No final decision has been made yet.
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has pledged to restore the consumption tax on food to 8% after a two-year reduction ends. The decision aims to address persistent inflation and growing fiscal concerns, as Japan faces the world's highest public debt-to-GDP ratio.
