Bank of Japan maintains interest rates unchanged
The Bank of Japan is set to leave its benchmark interest rate unchanged at its July monetary policy meeting.
The central bank will maintain forward guidance that signals additional rate hikes remain likely if economic and inflation trends continue to evolve in line with its expectations.
The BoJ is also expected to revise upward its fiscal 2026 economic growth forecast in its quarterly Outlook Report, reflecting greater resilience in domestic demand and improving corporate investment.
Policymakers will keep a close watch on inflation risks, despite Japan’s inflation moderating from recent peaks.