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Bank of Japan set for a pause in May amid tariff concerns
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Bank of Japan set for a pause in May amid tariff concerns


We think the BoJ is likely to extend its pause at its May meeting

Min Joo Kang

THINK Asia/Pacific

Min Joo Kang
Min Joo Kang

Senior Economist, South Korea and Japan

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