Bank of Japan policy board member Yoichi Masaki: That being said, if the data does not show clear signs of an economic downturn, I believe that the policy rate should be raised as early as possible.

2026-05-14

Bank of Japan policy board member Yoichi Masaki: That being said, if the data does not show clear signs of an economic downturn, I believe that the policy rate should be raised as early as possible.