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Kazuo Ueda

Bank of Japan chief signals possible rate increases

Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda stated on Monday that the central bank will continue raising interest rates if economic and price trends align with its forecasts.

05 Jan 2026-12:24
Yen gains on BOJ rate hike speculation; Dollar faces December uncertainty

The Japanese yen strengthened on Monday after Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda hinted at a potential rate hike in December, boosting investor optimism for the currency. Ueda said the BOJ will weigh the "pros and cons" of raising interest rates at its next policy meeting, signaling the strongest likelihood yet of a near-term hike.

01 Dec 2025-10:35
BOJ keeps rates at 0.5%, signals possible hike by year-end

The Bank of Japan (BOJ) held its key interest rate at 0.5% on Thursday, as expected, but reaffirmed plans to raise borrowing costs if inflation and growth stay on track — keeping open the possibility of a December rate hike.

30 Oct 2025-09:03
U.S. tariff impact seems to be on horizon, Bank of Japan chief warns

17 Oct 2025-08:50
US government shutdown threatens global economic clarity

The ongoing U.S. government shutdown is creating a ripple effect far beyond American borders, leaving policymakers in other major economies data-blind at a time when insight into the U.S. economy is critical for decisions on currencies, trade, and inflation.

15 Oct 2025-11:23