BOJ Holds, Warns of Risks

The video discusses the current economic policies and inflation rates in Japan and Indonesia. The Bank of Japan maintains its key rate and bond-buying strategy due to economic risks from COVID-19 and China's shutdowns, despite inflation being above 2%. Meanwhile, Bank Indonesia is expected to consider a rate hike as it looks to reduce debt holdings, signaling potential changes in monetary policy.

What is the main reason the Bank of Japan has not made significant policy changes?

• Inflation is below 2%

• The Japanese economy is stable

• Ongoing risks from COVID-19

• High consumer spending

What is the Bank of Japan's current key interest rate?

• 0.1%

• 1.0%

• -0.1%

• -1.0%

What action is the Bank of Japan taking to support the economy?

• Increasing taxes

• Raising interest rates

• Reducing bond purchases

• Maintaining yield curve control

What is one of the indicators that Bank Indonesia might raise interest rates?

• High unemployment

• Stable economic growth

• Reducing debt holdings

• Increasing inflation

How many economists expect no change in Bank Indonesia's interest rate?

• 20 out of 36

• 25 out of 36

• 14 out of 36

• 30 out of 36