BOJ deputy Himino drives home inflation risks, stops short of hike hint
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Source: Nikkei Asia
Published: 2026-08-27 16:31 UTC+10:00
Section: General
Factuality Score: 92
Opinion Category: Neutral
Topics: Business, Middle East, Asia, Technology & AI, Economy & Finance, Business & Economy, War & Conflict, Asia Pacific, Technology
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Bank of Japan Deputy Gov. Ryozo Himino said in a meeting with business leaders in Saitama prefecture on Aug. 27 that the Middle East conflict, demand for funds for the buildout of artificial intelligence and the weaker yen could raise inflation. (Photo by Kosuke Takeuchi)
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