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BoJ is reportedly set to stay on hold in April but keep a hawkish stance, Bloomberg reports citing sources

The Bank of Japan (BoJ) is likely to maintain its current policy in April while signaling a hawkish outlook, suggesting potential for future rate hikes.

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  • Some officials still favour increasing rates in April, as they expect the Middle East shock to push prices higher.
  • Officials remain committed to further hikes when conditions allow; the report suggests that a June move becomes more likely if the economy holds up.
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This stance indicates officials are attentive to inflationary pressures, particularly from geopolitical events, and it could shift market expectations toward a June rate increase if economic conditions remain stable. Traders should monitor JPY movement and implications for asset classes sensitive to interest rate changes, including fixed income and commodities.

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