MNI INSIGHT:BOJ To Mull Lower Rates, Lending....>

BOJ: MNI INSIGHT:BOJ To Mull Lower Rates, Lending Facility, Message

- The BOJ is considering sending its strongest message yet that it will

stabilise financial markets and provide ample support to the real economy, MNI

understands. Alongside a stronger statement, the BOJ could examine lowering

short-term rates to help lower lending costs to the real economy, moving to

target shorter-dated yields on the curve, perhaps in the 3-to-5 year sector. If

the BOJ did move to ease further, it will be a boon for borrowers, but a problem

for commercial banks already suffering from low margins and lower rates will

further squeeze profitability.

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