A recent survey reveals that most economists expect the Bank of Japan to maintain its current interest rates through the end of 2025 amid uncertainties over US tariff policies. Concerns about Japan’s economic outlook and public finances are delaying anticipated rate hikes and influencing monetary policy decisions.

Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda revealed varied opinions among bond market players on the pace of bond tapering beyond 2026, shedding light on the central bank’s policy challenges amid market volatility.