BOJ's strategy amid rising bond yields and global uncertainty - BOJ's Market Monitoring | The Economic Times
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Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda stated that the central bank will continue to monitor market developments closely. This caution comes as yields on super-long Japanese government bonds (JGBs) reached record highs this week. While he declined to comment on short-term interest rate fluctuations, Ueda emphasized the importance of carefully watching market moves amid ongoing uncertainty. (Source: Reuters)
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Governor Ueda acknowledged that there has been some progress in trade negotiations between the U.S. and China, as well as between the U.S. and Britain. However, he warned that the outlook on U.S. tariff policies remains highly uncertain. This uncertainty is expected to continue, making it difficult to predict how these policies will impact the global economy. The G7 group shares this cautious stance, agreeing that more data is needed before making firm policy decisions.
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The BOJ recently cut its growth forecasts amid fears of a global slowdown triggered by U.S. tariff policies. Governor Ueda also expressed doubts about whether sustained wage hikes will support consumption and economic growth as previously hoped. While shorter-term yields have remained stable, the sharp rise in yields on 30-year and 40-year JGBs reflects political calls for increased fiscal spending, complicating the BOJ’s policy approach.
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Yields on long-term JGBs have surged to all-time highs, creating a delicate situation for the BOJ. The bank is scheduled to review its existing taper program, which runs through March, and will formulate plans for the upcoming fiscal year and beyond. This review will be critical in determining how the BOJ balances market stability with its monetary policy goals.
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Concerns over the U.S. fiscal outlook add to market uncertainty. The U.S. House of Representatives narrowly passed President Donald Trump’s tax reform bill, which has raised worries about the country’s increasing debt burden. These fiscal pressures have contributed to volatility in global government debt markets, influencing decisions by central banks like the BOJ.
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Japanese Finance Minister Katsunobu Kato highlighted that during the G7 meetings, there were calls to ensure fiscal health and sustainability. The G7 communique pointed out the challenges posed by high public debt and increasing fiscal pressures globally. It emphasized that raising long-term growth potential is essential to managing these fiscal risks effectively.
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Regarding foreign exchange policies, Finance Minister Kato noted that there were no new discussions beyond the agreed G7 communique. The group reaffirmed its commitment to letting exchange rates be determined by market forces. It also emphasized that excessive volatility in currency movements can harm economic stability, and should therefore be avoided.
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The Bank of Japan is navigating a complex environment where it must balance market monitoring with economic fragility and global uncertainties. As it reviews its tapering program and plans future policy steps, the BOJ will need to carefully weigh fiscal pressures and international developments to support stability and growth in Japan’s economy.
(: This slideshow has been sourced from Reuters)
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