At its September monetary policy meeting, the BOJ heard multiple views that rate hikes would be necessary at short intervals going forward. Some said this would be the case if signs of an upside surprise in prices emerged, drawing attention to developments ahead.
According to the report on the BOJ's September meeting, multiple views called for short-term rate hikes going forward. It was reported that the committee members discussed the future course of monetary policy.
One member said that the possibility of a rate hike would increase if signs of an upside surprise in prices emerged.