Japan core CPI hits 2.1% in September, above BOJ target
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Investing.com-- Japanese consumer inflation rose as expected in September, with core inflation hitting a nine-month high and crossing the Bank of Japan's annual target amid continued pressure from rising energy costs and a soft yen. Still guessing which stocks will beat the…
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- 01Core CPI rose 2.1% year on year in September, in line with expectations.
- 02The reading is the strongest since December 2025, up from 1.7% previously.
- 03Core CPI excluding fresh food and energy hit a 10-month high of 2.5%.