BOJ Board Saw No Need for More Policy Changes at September Meeting
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Most Bank of Japan board members saw no need for additional yield curve control tweaks at September meeting.
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Comments made before BOJ's October meeting where it loosened grip on long-term rates.
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In September, BOJ stuck to easy money settings and pledge to support economy until inflation hits 2% target.
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Board shared view that long-term rates moving in line with market operation policy after July flexibility.
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Several members said abolishing negative rate and yield control would need to align with achieving 2% inflation target.