BoJ’s Uchida notes strain on consumers as food and import costs climb

BoJ Deputy Governor Shinichi Uchida noted in parliamentary remarks that recent inflation has been driven primarily by higher import and food costs, particularly staples like rice. He acknowledged the burden on households, saying the price increases are “having a negative impact on people’s livelihood and consumption”. The bank remains prepared to continue raising rates if […]

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