BOJ's Policy Stance May Stay in Place Till End of 2019, Scotiabank Says

BOJ's Policy Stance May Stay in Place Till End of 2019, Scotiabank Says

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The video discusses the Bank of Japan's (BOJ) approach to managing the yield curve and its implications for the bond market. It highlights the BOJ's decision to maintain its zero percent target for the 10-year yield while allowing more fluctuation in bond yields. Despite increased market volatility, the BOJ plans to continue its aggressive monetary easing, intervening only when necessary. The video also addresses the BOJ's policy tweaks to address market distortions and the limited flexibility in their approach, given Japan's low inflation and slowing economic growth.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the Bank of Japan's target for the 10-year yield?

3%

1%

0%

2%

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the BoJ's approach to the yield curve?

Increasing it to 3%

Reducing it to negative values

Fixing it at 1%

Allowing it to fluctuate more

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the BoJ plan to handle market volatility?

By increasing interest rates

By allowing more volatility and intervening when necessary

By reducing bond purchases

By setting a fixed yield curve

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the current inflation rate in Japan compared to the target?

Above 2%

At 2%

Below 1%

Exactly 1%

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is the BoJ unlikely to normalize monetary policy soon?

Increased foreign investment

Low inflation and slowing economic growth

Strong economic growth

High inflation rates