Tokyo's core inflation picked up to its fastest pace in ten months, adding pressure on the fiscal and monetary debate that has dominated Japanese markets. The finance minister sign
Tokyo's core inflation picked up to its fastest pace in ten months, adding pressure on the fiscal and monetary debate that has dominated Japanese markets. The finance minister signaled that government and central bank views on the weak yen are being aligned within the administration, a notable shift in messaging as borrowing costs stay elevated. Regional headlines, from North Korea's missile test to diplomatic chatter with South Korea, add a geopolitical backdrop, but the inflation and yen story remains the main driver for equities.
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