Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda: The massive stimulus measures implemented by former Bank of Japan Governor Haruhiko Kuroda helped curb the sharp appreciation of the yen at the time, created jobs, and increased corporate profits.

Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda: We will observe how the market digests policy changes.

Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda: The Bank of Japan will reduce the amount of bond purchases in the future.

Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda: The Bank of Japan’s basic stance is to let the market determine long-term yields.

Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda: As shown by the increase in overnight lending rates, our decision this week is to raise interest rates.

Tea Baidao is reported to be aiming to raise approximately US$300 million through a Hong Kong IPO.

The main contract of the Container Shipping Index (European Line) fell below 2000.0 points, down 1.17% on the day.

The baht fell 1% to 36.43 against the dollar, its lowest level since October 24 last year.

Riksbank: Higher interest rates and fewer global shocks have led to inflation falling from over 10% to close to the 2% target by the end of the year.

Riksbank: The Riksbank’s interest rate hikes will help reduce inflation.

The main contract of the Container Shipping Index (European Line) expanded to 4.00% during the day and is now at 2104.0 points.

Indian airline IndiGo may consider ordering about 30 Airbus A350 aircraft.

Japanese Finance Minister Shunichi Suzuki: It is crucial to manage the budget to maintain trust in sustainability.

Japanese Finance Minister Shunichi Suzuki: Will not comment on the possibility of foreign exchange intervention.

Japanese Finance Minister Shunichi Suzuki: Will not comment on the Bank of Japan’s policy on the foreign exchange market.

Japanese Finance Minister Shunichi Suzuki: Appropriate measures will be taken in fiscal management.