BOJ Nears 2% Inflation Target, December Hike in Focus

“The Economic Times says the Bank of Japan may signal later this month that underlying inflation has hit its two percent target, boosting bets on a December rate hike.” — Hank Ledger, on air

On air: Hank Ledger and Dale Bearman on Europe Open
Published 4:10 AM ET, Tuesday, October 6, 2026

At a glance

First reported by Economic Times: “Global Market: BOJ seen nearing 2% inflation target as markets eye December rate hike”.
Covered on BBN on Tuesday, October 6, 2026, at 4:10 AM ET on Europe Open, by Hank Ledger and Dale Bearman.

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Economic TimesGlobal Market: BOJ seen nearing 2% inflation target as markets eye December rate hike

What BBN said about it

Hank Ledger · Lead AnchorThe Economic Times says the Bank of Japan may signal later this month that underlying inflation has hit its two percent target, boosting bets on a December rate hike.
Hank Ledger · Lead AnchorSteady wages, rising prices and a weak yen could support more tightening, though policymakers remain cautious after recent increases.
Hank Ledger · Lead AnchorGlobal risk sentiment and currencies are watching.
Dale Bearman · Chief Skeptic & ContributorJapan finally gets its inflation and now has to decide whether to hug it or flush it. Cheaper money was lovely while it lasted.