Forex Stability Is What Japan's Manufacturers Want Most, BOJ Poll Shows

Japanese manufacturers would prefer to see the Bank of Japan (BOJ) prioritise stable currency markets as a bigger monetary policy focus than the pursuit of stable inflation and economic growth, according to a major corporate survey by the central bank.

The Edge MarketsMay 20 07:07 ET

BoJ Survey: Japan on Cusp of Seeing Big Changes in Corporate Activity

Many firms said they can no longer hire enough workers if they curb wages.

FXStreetMay 20 01:25 ET

Japan's Tertiary Industry Index Slips in March

Japan's tertiary industry index edged off 0.6% on year in March to 110.2 points, weighed down mainly by retail and wholesale trade, the Ministry of Economy, Trade, and Industry reported on Monday.

MT NewswiresMay 20 01:04 ET

Japan's 10-Year Bond Yield Hits Decade-High Amid BOJ Policy Bets

apan’s benchmark government bond yield climbed to highest since 2013 amid expectations that the Bank of Japan is committed to normalizing interest rates and supporting the struggling yen.

Yahoo FinanceMay 19 22:13 ET

Japan's Consumer Inflation Likely Eased in April -- Market Talk

Japan's core consumer price inflation, which excludes fresh food, is expected to ease to 2.2% on year in April from 2.6% in March, Moody's Analytics says in a note.

WSJMay 19 20:12 ET

BOJ May Raise Rates as Soon as June, Ex-Chief Economist Says

The Bank of Japan may raise its benchmark interest rate as many as three more times this year, with the next move potentially coming as early as June given how much room there is to adjust its “excessively” easy settings, according to a former BOJ chief economist.

BNN BloombergMay 16 17:25 ET