These figures will translate into upward pressures on the consumer price index.
The BOJ may want to move early to raise rates, but they should expect a big battle. It likely won't happen until October or later.
Gains in consumer prices will probably accelerate at a gradual pace as wages rise, consumption picks up steam and companies pass more costs to consumers. Investors should anticipate the Bank of Japan won't stop with one rate increase alone.
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