Japan's 10-Year Yield Surges

The transcript discusses concerns about the insufficiency of bond purchases and insights from the Bank of Japan's December meeting. It highlights differing opinions on the yield curve control program and the lack of a unified view among board members. Additionally, it covers the Finance Minister's remarks on Japan's monetary easing and its implications on the yen and deflation, especially in the context of international criticism.

What remarks did the finance minister make regarding Japan's monetary easing?

What was the market's reaction to the finance minister's comments?