BOJ's Himino warns delaying policy changes could raise inflation risks as underlying inflation nears 2%

Bank of Japan Deputy Governor Himino says underlying inflation is almost at the bank's 2% target and likely to align with it, with medium- and long-term inflation expectations continuing to rise. He warned that delaying policy changes could raise inflation risks and damage the economy, while financial conditions remain supportive. The comments add to recent BOJ signals of continued tightening.

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