Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group shares rose in the morning session but gave back some of their gains in the afternoon, while BOJ Deputy Governor Himino Ryozo (氷見野良三) made no firm commitment regarding a September rate hike.
As of 1:25 p.m., Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group shares had risen ¥37 from the previous day to ¥3,616, with buying leading the market in the morning session. After the afternoon session began, however, the gain narrowed.
Mizuho Financial Group shares were also struggling to advance that day, and the overall performance of the banking sector was reported to have been constrained.
In market developments, BOJ Deputy Governor Himino Ryozo (氷見野良三) was reported to have avoided making any firm remarks about a September rate hike, maintaining a cautious stance amid uncertainty over price trends.