BOJ comments suggest nearing end of negative interest rates - a major positive to banks' net interest income. Japan also stands out with generally improving credit metrics, accelerating loan growth.
Boomeranged on Fri, 24 Jan 2025 14:12
The BOJ finally raised short term rates today from 25bps to 50bps. This is an historic rate rise. Japan's banks can see better income from JGBs, other domestic securities, and loans. It will be critical to watch how much banks raise their deposit rates vs their loan rates.
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