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EconomyJapan household inflation expectations rise, bolstering case for BOJ hikes

Japanese households have raised their expectations for inflation, according to a quarterly survey by the central bank released on Thursday. The share expecting prices to increase over the coming year reached a record high. The findings strengthen the case for the Bank of Japan to pursue further interest-rate increases.

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RReuters★★★☆☆2026-07-16 07:25Original

Japan household inflation expectations rise, bolstering case for BOJ hikes
Japan household inflation expectations rise, bolstering case for BOJ hikesEconomy