TOKYO -- The Bank of Japan appears to be preparing for the end of its long-held negative interest rate policy, as Deputy Gov. Ryozo Himino and other policy board members signal increasing optimism on price and wage increases.
Policy board members' comments indicate end to extreme easing on the horizon
Market players anticipate an exit from Japan's policy of negative interest rates in early 2024. © Reuters
TOKYO -- The Bank of Japan appears to be preparing for the end of its long-held negative interest rate policy, as Deputy Gov. Ryozo Himino and other policy board members signal increasing optimism on price and wage increases.