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Ueda Says BOJ Needs to Keep Raising Rates to Contain Inflation

Ueda Says BOJ Needs to Keep Raising Rates to Contain Inflation

Headline: Ueda Argues BOJ Must Continue Rate Hikes to Curb Inflation

Kazuo Ueda

The Governor of the Bank of Japan has emphasized that maintaining an upward trajectory in interest rates is essential for effectively containing inflationary pressures. According to Ueda, sustained monetary tightening remains a critical component of the central bank’s strategy to stabilize prices and ensure long-term economic stability. He cautioned against premature policy easing, noting that the current economic environment still requires vigilant oversight to prevent inflation from becoming entrenched.


Source: Bloomberg Generated at: 2026-06-03 08:42:13 UTC

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