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Analyzing the BoJ’s Monetary Policy Enhancement Measures
The BoJ’s monetary policy was the most awaited macro event this week. It was the first major central bank to expand its easing program after the Brexit vote.
Japanese Trade Surplus Rose in June, Imports Fell More than Exports
The trade surplus for Japan increased to 692.8 billion yen for June—compared to a deficit of 60.9 billion yen in the same month last year.
How Does Capital Spending Affect Japan’s Economic Growth?
The Japanese economy (JPN) continued its trend of moderate recovery in 2016 and could move at the same pace in 2017.
The IMF Sees Improvement in Japanese Economic Growth Forecasts
The IMF expects Japanese economic growth to be 0.5% in 2016—the same as in 2015—and to tick up to 0.6% in 2017.
Key Highlights of Japan’s QQE with Yield Curve Control
The Bank of Japan will set two interest rates: a short-term policy rate and an operating target for long-term interest rates. These rates will serve as guidelines for market operations.
Why Haruhiko Kuroda Says Japan Is out of Deflation
According to Kuroda, “Japan’s economic activity and prices, as well as financial conditions, have improved substantially, and Japan’s economy is no longer in deflation.”
Japan’s Economy Exhibits Flat Growth, Abe Feels the Pressure
Japan’s economy showed no growth on a quarterly basis in 2Q16—compared to growth of 0.5% in the previous quarter and forecasts of a 0.2% expansion.
Asian Markets Rise as Australian Housing Data Disappoint
Key Asian indexes (AAXJ) were trading higher on July 4. This week, the major data release on the Asian front will be Australian monetary policy.