BOJ on Standby Amid Trade Risks: What U.S. Tariffs, the Tankan, and Inflation Mean for Japan’s Next Rate Hike
BOJ on Standby Amid Persistent Trade Risks: How U.S. Tariffs, the Tankan, and Inflation Dynamics Shape Japan’s Next Move - Dr. SanjayKumar Pawar Table of contents Executive summary What Nakagawa actually said—and why it matters The policy setup: Where BOJ stands today The Tankan on Oct 1: What to watch in the survey U.S. tariffs and Japan’s outlook: Transmission channels Scenarios for Q4 2025: Hike, hold, or pivot? Risks, wild cards, and market implications Visuals to clarify (quick-build ideas) Bottom line FAQs Social copy & creative prompt 1) Executive summary Bank of Japan (BOJ) board member Junko Nakagawa has raised concerns about the impact of uncertainty surrounding U.S. tariff policy on Japan’s economic outlook. She emphasized that both business and consumer sentiment remain vulnerable to global trade tensions. The upcoming October 1 Tankan survey will be a critical data point, influencing BOJ’s next policy steps. Markets are increasing...