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May 17, 2024
Did Bank of Japan Governor Ueda do a 360 on the yen?
Macrobond customer Harry Ishihara, a Tokyo-based macro strategist, explores the Bank of Japan's recent shifts in monetary policy as Governor Ueda hints, (seemingly) retracts, then hints again at potentially hiking to support the yen.
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Tetsuo Harry Ishihara
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May 15, 2024
Labor Market in the United States: Developments in Q1 2024
The Federal Reserve's focus on balancing wage growth with productivity gains is aiding in labor market rebalancing, reducing inflationary pressures while maintaining strong job creation.
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Martina Daga
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April 9, 2024
Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda hints at more rate hikes
Following an interview with BOJ Governor Ueda on 3 April, Asahi News published several articles including one that suggests the Japanese central bank could raise rates again between this summer and autumn.
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Tetsuo Harry Ishihara
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March 21, 2024
The Bank of Japan ends negative rates, but the inflation revolution looks set to continue
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Tetsuo Harry Ishihara
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