Japanese Monetary Base YoY Y/Y -11.3% vs. Exp. -10.5% (Prev. -11.6%)

A year-over-year decline in Japan's monetary base of -11.3% versus an expected drop of -10.5% indicates a deeper contraction than anticipated, suggesting continued tightness in liquidity. This could signal a dovish stance from the Bank of Japan, potentially impacting perceptions of economic growth and influencing commodities, particularly precious metals, given Japan's role in the global market.