【环球财经】日本央行维持现行利率不变

Core Viewpoint - The Bank of Japan has decided to postpone interest rate hikes, maintaining the benchmark rate at approximately 0.5%, despite prior expectations of a potential increase to combat unexpected inflation [1] Monetary Policy Decision - The monetary policy meeting concluded with a vote of 7 in favor and 2 against maintaining the current interest rate, marking the sixth consecutive meeting where the rate remains unchanged [1] - Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda highlighted significant uncertainties in overseas economic and price trends due to high tariffs from the U.S., which will be closely monitored for their impact on Japan's domestic economy [1] Economic Forecast - The Bank of Japan has slightly raised its GDP growth forecast for fiscal year 2025 from 0.6% to 0.7% [1]