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BOJ's Ueda Warns Energy Shock Could Become Persistent

Published Wednesday, May 27, 2026 · Updated May 27

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Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda warned that temporary energy shocks could become persistent if they begin to influence wages, expectations, and price-setting behaviors. He highlighted that the overall impact of such shocks is contingent on the prevailing economic conditions and the policy responses implemented, referencing historical lessons from Japan's past oil crises. This warning comes as Japan's core inflation accelerated in April, surpassing the 2% target.

What We Know — Key Points

  • Japan's core inflation accelerated in April and surpassed its 2 per cent target.
  • Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda stated that temporary energy shocks can become persistent if they influence wages, expectations, and price-setting behavior.
  • Ueda emphasized that the impact of energy shocks depends on initial economic conditions and policy responses, drawing lessons from Japan's past oil crises.

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    Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda stated that temporary energy shocks can become persistent if they influence wages, expectations, and price-setting behavior. He emphasized that the impact of such shocks depends on initial economic conditions and policy responses, drawing lessons from Japan's past oil crises.

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