Further details from Kyodo News
The earlier news that the BOJ is considering revising its FY 2018 GDP forecast higher can be found here.
Kyodo News reports that the BOJ is looking to raise GDP forecast for FY 2018 to somewhere between 1.5% and 1.9% - from current estimates of 1.4%.
The reasons cited for an upgrade include solid exports and capital spending, according to Kyodo News.
