BOJ's Kuroda - Current shape of the yield curve appropriate

More comments from Bank of Japan (BOJ) Governor Kuroda have hit the wires via Reuters-

  • The current shape of the yield curve approporate when looking at Japan's economy, prices and financial conditions. 
  • Don't see any excessive moves in financial markets now.
  • ETF buying still necessary step to hit the 2 percent inflation target. 
  • We will consider what is the best level of short, long-term interest rate targets in accordance with changes in the economy, prices, and financial conditions. 

 

 

 

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