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Japan CPI steady in August, core inflation eases ahead of BOJ rate hike - Investing.com

Why now

Thesis: Steady Japan CPI with easing core shapes BOJ hike timing.

Catalyst to watch: BOJ meeting and inflation data.

Main risk: Hike could strengthen yen, hit exporters.

Why it matters

Steady CPI with easing core inflation shapes BOJ hike timing, affecting yen and JGB yields.

Related assets & topics

InflationJapanUSD/JPY · JPY=XJapan ETF · EWJ

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