Japan Core CPI Returns Above 2% as Underlying Inflation Broadens

Japan’s core consumer inflation accelerated from 1.7% to 2.1% yoy in September, matching expectations and returning above BoJ’s 2% target for the first time since December 2025. More notably, CPI excluding fresh food and energy rose from 1.9% to 2.4%, pointing to a stronger pickup in underlying price pressures. Headline CPI also increased from 1.9% […] The post Japan Core CPI Returns Above 2% as Underlying Inflation Broadens appeared first on ActionForex.