Japan's economy and monetary policy
· Haruhiko Kuroda, Governor of the Bank of Japan (Japan)
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HK · Haruhiko Kuroda Wiki · Bank of Japan WikiJapan's economy and monetary policyContextSpeech 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- Japan's economy is recovering slowly.
- Costs are rising.
- Wages are not increasing enough.
Solutions proposed- Continue monetary easing.
- Support wage growth.
- Engage with business leaders.
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