Event Brief
Japan factory mood improves to highest since 2018
Filed: Jun 30, 2026 at 10:05 PM ET
Summary: Japan's manufacturer mood rose to its highest level since 2018 as inflation expectations increased.
WHO: Japan's manufacturers
WHAT: Manufacturer mood improved to the highest level since 2018, with inflation expectations rising.
WHEN: Jun 30, 2026 at 9:54 PM ET
WHERE: Japan
WHY: Inflation expectations climbed, supporting the Bank of Japan's stance to keep raising interest rates.
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