BOJ's Kuroda Surprises Markets With Wait-and-See Approach

Governor Corona is adopting a 'wait and see' approach with negative interest rates, introduced in January, to assess their impact on the economy. Despite market expectations, he has not introduced measures to counteract negative rate side effects, focusing instead on a 2% growth target. Consumer prices remain flat, and he has extended the timeframe to meet the bank's inflation goal. Known for surprises, Corona's strategy includes unprecedented monetary stimulus, with potential further actions in June.

What is Governor Corona's approach to the implementation of negative interest rates?

• Defiant and dismissive

• Cautious and observant

• Unplanned and spontaneous

• Immediate and aggressive

What did Governor Corona decide regarding measures to counteract the side effects of negative rates?

• He followed Europe's example

• He introduced new measures

• He ignored the side effects

• He considered but did not implement them

What is Governor Corona's stance on market expectations?

• He prioritizes market expectations

• He is influenced by market trends

• He disregards market expectations

• He is neutral towards market expectations

How has the economic situation changed since the beginning of the year?

• The yen has weakened

• Consumer spending has increased

• The yen has strengthened

• Corporate profits have decreased

What is Governor Corona's approach to future economic stimulus?

• He has no plans for future stimulus

• He will increase stimulus immediately

• He is waiting to see the effects of current measures

• He plans to reduce stimulus