BOJ To Consider Reducing Government Bond Purchases
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The Bank of Japan (BOJ) is considering reducing its government bond purchases, according to Nikkei. This move could have significant implications for financial markets, particularly for Japanese equities and related ETFs.
June 12, 2024 | 5:06 pm
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The BOJ's consideration to reduce government bond purchases could lead to increased volatility in Japanese equities, affecting the iShares MSCI Japan ETF (EWJ).
A reduction in bond purchases by the BOJ could lead to higher interest rates, which may negatively impact Japanese equities. As a result, the iShares MSCI Japan ETF (EWJ) could experience increased volatility and potential declines.
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The BOJ's potential reduction in government bond purchases could have a ripple effect on global markets, including the SPDR S&P 500 ETF (SPY).
While the primary impact of the BOJ's decision will be on Japanese markets, there could be secondary effects on global markets, including the SPDR S&P 500 ETF (SPY). However, the direct impact on SPY is expected to be limited.
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