Comments from Japan economy minister Amari:

  • Yen is being bought as a safe-haven asset, showing investors think Japan's economic fundamentals are solid
  • US, Japan economic fundamentals solid, japan economy is on recovery path
  • Foundations for global growth have not been shaken by global stock market sell-off
  • Chinese stocks were a bubble, some adjustment was expected
  • Expect Chinese authorities to calmly take steps to manage their economy
  • Up to BOJ to decide whether or not more QE is needed

Headlines via Reuters