New BOJ board member cautious about monetary steps

New BOJ board member cautious about monetary steps

Makoto Sakurai, a new Bank of Japan board member, warns at his inaugural press conference in Tokyo that risks to economic fundamentals need to be examined when contemplating further monetary steps. Sakurai also said the Japanese economy is facing more downside risks than six months ago. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

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