Japan Markets
Japan Markets Highlights — Oct 2, 2026 | Aivina
October 2, 2026
Japanese financial markets saw the Nikkei rise following strong earnings. The yen weakened against the dollar while the BOJ reaffirmed its accommodative stance. Overall, market sentiment remains bullish amid stable inflation and low interest rates.
Highlights
- Nikkei 225 rose 1.2% amid positive corporate earnings reports.
- Japanese yen weakened against USD, trading around 150.5.
- BOJ maintained ultra-loose monetary policy, signaling no imminent rate hikes.
Macro Overview
Inflation
Japan's inflation rate remains stable at around 3%, still above target.
Interest Rate Outlook
BOJ likely to keep rates low until inflation sustainably exceeds 2%.
Risk Sentiment
bullish
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