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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 raised its economic growth forecast for fiscal 2026 to 0.6%, signaling increased confidence in the country's medium-term prospects. The revision, reported by Kyodo News on July 25, 2026, comes amid improving economic indicators, while the government simultaneously tightens permanent residency rules.
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.
The U.S. Federal Reserve has decided to keep its benchmark interest rate unchanged amid persistent inflation pressures, as announced on July 25. The move reflects a cautious approach to balancing inflation control with economic growth support. Analysts note the decision aligns with similar monetary policies in other major economies.
The Federal Reserve held interest rates at 3.5-3.75% on July 30, citing persistent inflation partly driven by energy price spikes linked to U.S.-Iran tensions. Chair Kevin Warsh's decision to scrap forward guidance has made policy less predictable, with three committee members dissenting and voting for a hike.
Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda was discharged from hospital on June 26 after treatment for a liver issue, clearing the way for him to attend the July policy meeting. He missed this week's meeting due to health reasons, marking the first such absence by a BOJ governor since 2003.
Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda has been discharged from the hospital, the central bank announced today. No details on the reason for hospitalization or treatment duration have been released. His return is considered a positive sign for financial markets and investors watching BOJ policy decisions.
Japan's core CPI rose 1.4% year-on-year in May 2026, below market expectations and down from April's 2.2%, due to the government's fuel subsidy program. Excluding energy, core-core CPI rose 1.9%, signaling persistent price pressures in services and processed food.
The Federal Reserve on Wednesday signaled it would raise interest rates by 0.25 percentage points by year-end due to heightened inflation concerns, marking a policy shift under new Chair Kevin Warsh. The decision came during Warsh's first monetary policy meeting, where he stressed the Fed's commitment to controlling inflation and maintaining stability. Analysts warn the move could impact global central bank policies and financial markets.
