BOJ dep gov on the wires a short while ago

  • wants to keep a close eye on oil prices
  • CPI to pick up quickly from fall
  • will pay attention to CPI ex fresh food,energy
  • real wage gains will support spending from now
  • consumer confidence continues to improve
  • recent sluggishness in exports, output is temporary

Nothing of real note.

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