Capital Economics' Thieliant Sees BOJ Running Into Constraints

Capital Economics' Thieliant Sees BOJ Running Into Constraints

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Business

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The video discusses the current economic growth and the challenges posed by capacity constraints. It highlights the impact of a stronger yen on Japan's deflationary efforts and the Bank of Japan's limited policy options. The need for structural reforms, particularly in the labor market, is emphasized as a means to boost wage growth and inflation. The discussion also touches on the continuity of policy under potential leadership changes at the Bank of Japan.

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OPEN ENDED QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

What role do structural reforms play in addressing Japan's economic challenges according to the discussion?

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How might deregulation of the labor market impact wage growth and inflation in Japan?

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