BOJ Deputy Governor Himino (氷見野) was said to have signaled a September rate hike, while also emphasizing concern about upside risks to prices. Further reports are expected to focus on the future course of monetary policy and the veracity of the comments.
BOJ Deputy Governor Himino (氷見野) was reported to have made comments leaving open the possibility of a rate hike in September. In light of current economic and price conditions, he was said to favor carefully assessing the direction of monetary policy.
Himino (氷見野) emphasized concern about inflationary pressures, and the report indicated that monetary policy operations could be readjusted depending on forthcoming economic data. The specific timing and methods will require waiting for future announcements.