A one-way bet? The yen

Article Abstract:

Some expect the Bank of Japan to lower its official discount rate for the yen, because of perceived weaknesses in the Japanese economy. However, the bank's monetary policymakers are optimistic about prospects for a rise in industrial productivity, so an interest rate cut is unlikely.

Economic aspects

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A yen for change

Article Abstract:

Japanese central bankers face a tough challenge in their efforts to weaken the yen. This policy has been seen as a new willingness to ease monetary policy, but there are no real policies to end deflation.

Interest Rates

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Let it fall?

Article Abstract:

There is renewed speculation that the yen may be devalued in a bid to tackle Japan's continuing deflation problem. A cheaper yen should boost inflation by increasing exports and import prices.

Currency devaluation, Devaluation (Currency), Deflation (Finance), Deflation (Economics)

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