# Japan core inflation tops BOJ target, bolstering case for near-term rate hike

https://mins.news/en/item/111964

- Reuters, 2026-10-23 01:00 UTC
- Economy
- Original: https://www.reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/japan-core-inflation-exceeds-boj-target-cements-near-term-rate-hike-chance-2026-10-22/?link_source=ta_bluesky_link&taid=6adab1afde7d36000197d304

> Japan’s annual core consumer inflation exceeded the central bank’s 2% target in September for the first time in nine months, data showed Friday. The broader price pressure strengthens the case for a near-term rate hike.

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