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Japan inflation cools to 2.1%, lowest since March 2022, but rice prices loom large ahead of election

Japan’s inflation cooled sharply in December, hitting multi-year lows. Rice inflation eased, but prices remain near record highs nationwide. Data lands as the prime minister moves toward a snap ...

Will the Federal Reserve Cut Interest Rates in 2026?

After three reductions to interest rates in 2025, some investors are wondering if the Federal Reserve will continue tapering ...

Yes, Inflation Is Going Down. But Here’s Why Prices Aren’t

The annual inflation rate has cooled, according to new data. But here's why that won't translate to lower prices on the ...

Japan inflation falls below BOJ's 2% target for first time since March 2022

The 1.5% figure ended a run of 45 straight months that the inflation rate has been above the Bank of Japan's 2% target.

Japan’s inflation cools to 1.5% in January, lowest since 2022; core CPI hits BoJ target

Japan’s annual inflation rate decreased to 1.5% in January 2026 from 2.1% the previous month, marking the lowest level since March 2022. Food inflation also dropped to 3.9%, a 15-month low due to the ...

Inflation Targeting Explained: Central Bank Strategy for Price Stability

Discover how inflation targeting helps central banks achieve price stability. Learn the principles, methods, and benefits of ...