LOCKED Japan Update: BoJ Minutes Show Greater Possibility of Rate Hike This Year

BoJ Minutes Show Greater Possibility of Rate Hike This Year
July Real Wages Fell 0.2%
September Tokyo Core CPI Up 2.5%
US Said to be Considering Tariffs on Machine Tools, Medical Equipment
Higher Wages Make Employers Reluctant to Hire More Workers
Department Store Sales in August Up for First Time Since January
Titanium Sponge Exports Hit Record

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