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A chronological collection of reports about Bank of Japan, with their sources shown for comparison.
The Bank of Japan's Tankan survey for July 1 shows a 5-point improvement in large manufacturing sentiment. This marks the fifth consecutive quarter of improvement.
The Bank of Japan decided to raise interest rates for the first time since last December. The move aims to address inflation caused by the worsening situation in Iran.
The Bank of Japan raised its policy rate to approximately 0.75 percent from 0.5 percent. The decision reflects confidence in achieving wage growth and inflation targets.
The Bank of Japan raised its short-term policy rate to 1% from 0.75%. The decision aims to address inflationary pressures caused by the energy shock from the Iran war. The vote was 7-1, with Governor Kazuo Ueda absent due to medical treatment.
Japan's corporate goods prices rose 0.9% in May from the previous month. Rising energy and raw material costs are pressuring corporate margins. The Bank of Japan may consider further rate hikes due to persistent inflation.