Bank of Japan Policy Board member Takata Hajime (高田創) gave a speech in Sapporo and suggested raising the pace of monetary policy rate hikes above a certain pace. The remarks were made on the 2nd.
On the 2nd, Bank of Japan Policy Board member Takata Hajime (高田創) discussed monetary policy at a speech in Sapporo. The speech was held at an event venue in Hokkaido, with members of the local press also in attendance.
During the speech, Takata Hajime (高田創) reportedly suggested that the pace of rate hikes could be increased at an appropriate time without adhering rigidly to the current pace. Although he did not refer to a specific timing or figures, he reportedly emphasized policy flexibility while taking into account the outlook for financial conditions.