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Japan's wholesale inflation surge pressures BOJ rate hike plans

Japan's wholesale inflation surge pressures BOJ rate hike plans

Japan's wholesale inflation accelerated to 4.2% in March, surpassing analyst forecasts and complicating the Bank of Japan's (BOJ) timing for its next rate increase. Rising prices are affecting a wide range of goods, including food and energy, putting additional pressure on the economy. At the same time, US protectionist policies are making the situation more difficult for the central bank as it tries to balance GDP growth stimulation with inflation control.

Masato Koike of Sompo Institute Plus notes that declining raw material costs and a stronger yen could moderate wholesale price increases. However, persistently high food prices coupled with rising wages continue to keep inflation above the 2% target. This adds further pressure on the central bank as it must balance both domestic and external economic considerations.

Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda emphasized the need for caution regarding interest rate adjustments. US tariff policies are adding to the uncertainty, compelling the central bank to revise its forecasts and raising concerns about an economic slowdown.

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