- accepts though that there are regional differences
- gradual recovery continues overall
- employment and wages are continuing to improve
BOJ board member speaking in Okayama
- growth centred on consumer spending and services will increase likelihood of reaching 2% price target
- will examine consumption and services sector when updating BOJ forecasts later this month
- domestic and overseas risks are balanced
- strong labour demand could help increase pace of economic recovery
Nothing of note
USDJPY still 101.73
