Bank of Thailand: The economy weakened in June from the previous month due to a slowdown in tourism and exports.

Kazuo Ueda, Governor of the Bank of Japan: No comment on the foreign exchange impact of the appreciation of the yen on the economy and prices.

Bank of Thailand: Will relax capital outflow rules.

Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda: The main issue is when to stop raising interest rates when the neutral interest rate is approaching.

Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda: When considering further rate hikes, the impact of rate hikes so far will be examined.

Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda: I do not think this interest rate hike will have a significant negative impact on the economy.

Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda: Although private consumption is not particularly strong, it is still considered solid.

Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda: The results of the spring wage negotiations are considered to fully reflect the actual situation, and we are paying attention to the wage data from April to May.

Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda: In the current environment, it is appropriate to raise interest rates.

Kazuo Ueda, Governor of the Bank of Japan: I believe the trend of rising wages will continue.

Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda: The Bank of Japan will be able to formulate a solid bond plan after the market hearing.

Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda: Rising wages and incomes will continue to support private consumption.

According to LSEG data, volatility on overnight sterling options surged to 12.14%, the highest level since August 2023.

Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda: The momentum of wage growth in small and medium-sized enterprises is spreading.

Kazuo Ueda, Governor of the Bank of Japan: It has been confirmed that domestic wage increases are becoming widespread.

Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda: In order to improve predictability, a bond purchase target is set for each quarter.

Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda: Private consumption remains strong despite the impact of inflation.

Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda: At the July meeting, some market participants expressed concerns about the outlook.

According to Iranian state media reports, former Iranian Revolutionary Guard commander Rezai said that Israel will pay a heavy price for the killing of Hamas leader Haniyeh.