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Bank of Japan Yield Curve Control Policy

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BOJ seen holding rates at the April 27-28 meeting while keeping tightening options open

Key takeaways

  • Post-YCC policy is now being tested by oil- and yield-driven external shocks rather than by the old 10-year yield cap itself.
  • A likely April hold would show the BOJ is balancing imported inflation, weaker growth, and yen pressure before deciding on further hikes.
  • Large JGB holdings and volatile long-term rates mean balance-sheet normalization remains a live policy constraint.

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