In a joint statement with Amari and Shirakawa…

  • Expects bold easing from the BOJ and appreciate’s today’s decisions from them
  • BOJ and Govt must cooperate in defeating deflation, meeting inflation target not just up to the government and BOJ
  • Energy costs may be a factor on inflation
  • Not considering any changes to BOJ law at this time.
  • Won’t comment on stocks and currency movements
  • Hard to set a clear deadline for the 2% inflation target

Bloomberg reporting