TOKYO -- The Bank of Japan's balance sheet is increasing once again as it steps up asset purchases to combat yields buoyed by inflation concerns in the U.S. and Europe.
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BOJ mass asset buying risks more yen depreciation, higher prices
Japan monetary policy pulled in two directions by rising yields, weaker currency
Bank of Japan Gov. Haruhiko Kuroda views a weak yen as generally favorable but has recently expressed concern over its rapid softening. © Reuters
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