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Japan's wholesale inflation rose 2.7% in October, led by food and raw materials, despite falling import prices.
Japan's wholesale prices rose 2.7% year-on-year in October, exceeding forecasts, driven by persistent food inflation, especially for rice and non-ferrous metals, according to Bank of Japan data.
The corporate goods price index, a key inflation indicator, slowed slightly from September's 2.8% but remained elevated.
While import prices fell 1.5% on a yearly basis, rising costs for agricultural goods and raw materials sustained pressure.
Analysts expect moderation in coming months if Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s proposed utility bill reductions take effect.
The Bank of Japan, which raised rates to 0.5% in January, remains cautious, emphasizing that sustained inflation should stem from domestic demand, not external cost pressures.
La inflación mayorista de Japón subió un 2,7% en octubre, encabezada por los alimentos y las materias primas, a pesar de la caída de los precios de las importaciones.