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18 Jun 2026, 23:40 UTC · 2h ago
Japan core inflation holds steady in May, matching expectations despite energy price concerns
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Japan's producer price index rose 6.3% in May, the fastest pace of increase in more than three years. — High producer price inflation increases the likelihood of further BoJ rate hikes to combat cost-push inflation, which typically pressures equities.
-0.60The yen remains under pressure at the 161-per-dollar level despite government intervention and rate increases. — Persistent currency weakness increases import costs for energy and raw materials, fueling inflationary pressures.
-0.40The 'core-core' inflation rate, excluding fresh food and energy, eased to 1.8% from 1.9% in April. — A dip in the most stripped-down inflation metric suggests underlying demand-side inflation may be cooling.
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Japan's core inflation rate held steady at 1.4% in May, matching economist expectations. — Meeting expectations generally reduces immediate volatility, though it keeps the BoJ in a tight spot between growth and inflation.
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