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Ex-BOJ Governor Kuroda Signals Possible Faster Policy Tightening Amid Prolonged Iran War
Former Bank of Japan Governor Haruhiko Kuroda warned that if the conflict involving Iran continues, the BOJ might accelerate policy normalization or even tighten monetary policy to combat inflation. This stance reflects concerns over inflationary pressures linked to geopolitical risks.
Date:
13.05.2026 |
Source:
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