Nikkei reports that the BoJ is continuing to call for a June hike, though the government is opting for a "wait-and-see" approach given the risks of risking inflation and a weaker JPY

Kioxia (285A JT) is considering paying dividends from next FY, and may start sooner, Bloomberg reports

The IRGC says controlled explosions are planned in Isfahan province on Tuesday, Tasnim reports

Nikkei reports that the BoJ is continuing to call for a June hike, though the government is opting for a "wait-and-see" approach given the risks of risking inflation and a weaker JPY

German enginering orders (Feb-Apr) +5% Y/Y (domestic orders -2%, foreign orders +9%); Engineering orders (Apr) 0% Y/Y (domestic orders -7%, foreign orders +4%)

Iranian IRGC spokesman says "We are prepared for all possible scenarios", Fars reports