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Haruhiko Kuroda: speeches

12 speeches by Haruhiko Kuroda listed between 29 March 2022 and 28 March 2023. Roles covered: Governor of the Bank of Japan (20 March 2013 – 8 April 2023). Most frequent topics: monetary policy and interest rates, inflation and price stability, labour markets and jobs.

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· Haruhiko Kuroda Wiki · Bank of Japan WikiEvolution of payments - payment systems for "Neoteric Individuals"

ContextRemarks at the FIN/SUM 2023 fintech summit in Tokyo, shortly before the end of the speaker's term; the Bank of Japan oversees payments and studies how they are evolving.

Why it mattersIn his last months, Kuroda announces a pilot for a digital yen.

Problems raised
  1. User needs for payments are diversifying.
  2. Uniform services are insufficient.
  3. Digital payments evolve quickly.
Solutions proposed
  1. Launch a CBDC pilot program.
  2. Use private sector skills via a CBDC forum.
  3. Adapt payment systems to new users.
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· Haruhiko Kuroda Wiki · Bank of Japan WikiToward achieving the price stability target in a sustainable and stable manner, accompanied by wage increases

ContextSpeech to the councillors of Keidanren, the Japan Business Federation, in Tokyo; the Bank of Japan pursues price stability and hopes for lasting wage increases.

Why it mattersKuroda defends continued easing until wages rise sustainably.

Problems raised
  1. Commodity prices rose sharply.
  2. Supply constraints pushed prices up.
  3. Global tightening raises concerns.
Solutions proposed
  1. Achieve sustainable inflation with wage increases.
  2. Continue monetary easing.
  3. Monitor global developments.
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· Haruhiko Kuroda Wiki · Bank of Japan WikiKeynote speech - ASEAN+3 Economic Cooperation and Financial Stability Forum

ContextKeynote speech by Kuroda Haruhiko, Governor of the Bank of Japan, at the ASEAN+3 Economic Cooperation and Financial Stability Forum, held by the ASEAN+3 Macroeconomic Research Office, Singapore, 2 December 2022.

Why it mattersKuroda calls for stronger Asian crisis-response mechanisms.

Problems raised
  1. Inflationary pressure is high globally.
  2. Rapid rate hikes tighten financial conditions.
  3. Asia must be prepared for crises.
Solutions proposed
  1. Enhance regional cooperation in Asia.
  2. Strengthen crisis-response mechanisms.
  3. Support the ASEAN+3 research office.
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· Haruhiko Kuroda Wiki · Bank of Japan WikiSustainable finance - entering a new phase of implementation

ContextRemarks at the Paris Europlace Tokyo International Financial Forum 2022; the Bank of Japan pursues price stability and supports sustainable finance.

Why it mattersKuroda argues that sustainable finance must move into implementation.

Problems raised
  1. Climate risks are uncertain.
  2. Financial institutions underestimate climate risks.
  3. Sustainable finance must enter implementation.
Solutions proposed
  1. Use scenario analysis for climate risks.
  2. Encourage clients to address climate change.
  3. Implement sustainable finance frameworks.
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· Haruhiko Kuroda Wiki · Bank of Japan WikiJapan's economy and monetary policy

ContextSpeech to business leaders in Nagoya; the Bank of Japan pursues price stability and keeps easy policy despite rising prices.

Why it mattersKuroda continues easing as cost-driven inflation rises.

Problems raised
  1. Japan's recovery is incomplete.
  2. Inflation is driven by costs.
  3. Wage growth is weak.
Solutions proposed
  1. Continue monetary easing.
  2. Support wage increases.
  3. Project the outlook quarterly.
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· Haruhiko Kuroda Wiki · Bank of Japan WikiThe Bank's Semiannual Report on Currency and Monetary Control

ContextStatement before the House of Representatives' financial affairs committee in Tokyo on the bank's semiannual report; the Bank of Japan pursues price stability and must explain its policy to parliament.

Why it mattersKuroda tells parliament that easing continues despite cost pressures.

Problems raised
  1. Japan's economy faces cost pressures.
  2. Financial institutions' profits are under pressure.
  3. Search for yield raises vulnerabilities.
Solutions proposed
  1. Continue monetary easing.
  2. Monitor financial vulnerabilities.
  3. Report to the Diet.
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· Haruhiko Kuroda Wiki · Bank of Japan WikiJapan's economy and monetary policy

ContextSpeech to business leaders in Osaka; the Bank of Japan pursues price stability and keeps easy policy amid a weak yen.

Why it mattersKuroda continues easing as costs rise and wages lag.

Problems raised
  1. Japan's economy is recovering slowly.
  2. Costs are rising.
  3. Wages are not increasing enough.
Solutions proposed
  1. Continue monetary easing.
  2. Support wage growth.
  3. Engage with business leaders.
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· Haruhiko Kuroda Wiki · Bank of Japan WikiThe Bank's Semiannual Report on Currency and Monetary Control

ContextStatement before the House of Councillors' financial affairs committee in Tokyo on the bank's semiannual report; the Bank of Japan pursues price stability and must explain its policy to parliament.

Why it mattersKuroda tells parliament that inflation expectations remain low.

Problems raised
  1. Japan's economy is recovering.
  2. Inflation expectations are low.
  3. Financial conditions matter.
Solutions proposed
  1. Continue monetary easing.
  2. Improve the output gap.
  3. Report to the Diet.
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· Haruhiko Kuroda Wiki · Bank of Japan WikiThe Bank of Japan's thinking on monetary policy - toward achieving the price stability target in a sustainable and stable manner

ContextOpening remarks by Haruhiko Kuroda, Governor of the Bank of Japan, at the Kisaragi-kai Meeting, Tokyo, 6 June 2022.

Why it mattersKuroda explains why Japan keeps easing despite rising costs.

Problems raised
  1. Price developments have changed.
  2. Inflation is cost-driven.
  3. Sustainable 2% is not achieved.
Solutions proposed
  1. Continue monetary easing.
  2. Support wage increases.
  3. Improve the output gap.
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· Haruhiko Kuroda Wiki · Bank of Japan WikiNew dimensions and frontiers in central banking

ContextOpening remarks by Haruhiko Kuroda, Governor of the Bank of Japan, at the 2022 BOJ-IMES Conference hosted by the Institute for Monetary and Economic Studies, 25 May 2022.

Why it mattersKuroda discusses new frontiers as geopolitical risk surges.

Problems raised
  1. Geopolitical risk surged with Russia's invasion.
  2. Central banking faces new dimensions.
  3. Policy frameworks must adapt.
Solutions proposed
  1. Research new frontiers in central banking.
  2. Share ideas at international conferences.
  3. Adapt to geopolitical risks.
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· Haruhiko Kuroda Wiki · Bank of Japan WikiThe Bank's semiannual report on currency and monetary control

ContextStatement before the House of Representatives' financial affairs committee on the bank's semiannual report; the Bank of Japan pursues price stability and must explain its policy to parliament.

Why it mattersKuroda tells parliament easing continues.

Problems raised
  1. Japan's recovery is incomplete.
  2. Inflation expectations are low.
  3. Output gap is negative.
Solutions proposed
  1. Continue monetary easing.
  2. Improve the output gap.
  3. Report to the Diet.
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· Haruhiko Kuroda Wiki · Bank of Japan WikiDigitalization - financial services for society

ContextSpeech (virtual) by Haruhiko Kuroda, Governor of the Bank of Japan, at the FIN/SUM 2022, Tokyo, 29 March 2022.

Why it mattersKuroda argues that finance should use digitalisation for social good.

Problems raised
  1. Society faces climate, pandemics and inequality.
  2. Finance must serve society.
  3. Digitalisation changes services.
Solutions proposed
  1. Use digitalisation for social good.
  2. Be players in business and society.
  3. Promote inclusive finance.
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