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flag Japan's central bank kept rates steady but hinted at future hikes, pending stronger wage growth and economic data.

flag The Bank of Japan held its October meeting with interest rates unchanged at 0.5%, but signaled growing readiness for a future hike, citing progress on wage growth and inflation. flag Eight of nine board members supported tightening under the right conditions, while two favored an immediate increase. flag Policymakers stressed that sustained wage increases, especially ahead of spring labor talks, are key to further rate hikes. flag Governor Kazuo Ueda said more data is needed, particularly on corporate pay decisions amid global uncertainties like U.S. tariffs. flag The central bank remains cautious, aiming for gradual normalization without a set timeline. flag Markets now expect a possible hike in December 2025 or January 2026.

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