Japan Ahead: Sompo Institute Plus' Kameda

The transcript discusses the historic BOJ meeting, with Kuroda's departure and Weather's takeover. It explores potential policy changes, including the relaxation of yield curve control, amid global economic slowdown. The discussion covers a policy review that examines Japan's economic structure and past monetary policies. Inflation trends, government measures, and their impact on the economy are analyzed. The transcript also forecasts the yen's performance and the BOJ's response to market speculation.

What are the expectations regarding the BOJ's policy changes in the upcoming meetings?

How has the recent financial turmoil in the United States and Europe influenced the BOJ's decisions?

What is the significance of the policy review hinted by the new governor?

What are the structural issues in the Japanese economy that the policy review should address?

How does the current inflation rate in Japan compare to the BOJ's expectations?

What factors are contributing to the rising inflation excluding fresh food and energy prices?

What is the potential impact of a stronger yen on the BOJ's policy decisions?