Bank of Japan holds fire on stimulus as economy picks up

Last Updated: Friday, June 19, 2015, 09:47

The central bank said it would stand pat on a record 80 trillion yen ($650 billion) annual asset-buying scheme that is aimed at jacking up prices and kickstarting growth.

Central bankers at Davos brush off stimulus dangers

Last Updated: Friday, January 24, 2014, 19:45

Fears of economic instability due to the slowing of massive monetary stimulus policies are unwarranted, top central bankers said Friday, amid accusations that the easy money has won only a timid recovery.

BoJ stands pat on easing, says winning deflation battle

Last Updated: Wednesday, January 22, 2014, 10:47

The Bank of Japan on Wednesday said its monetary easing blitz was winning the war on deflation as it held off announcing any fresh measures to stimulate the economy.

Bank of Japan, RBI conclude deal for raising BSA to $50 bn

Last Updated: Friday, January 10, 2014, 20:58

The BSA shall be effective until December 3, 2015.

BOJ maintains stimulus, more upbeat on capex

Last Updated: Friday, October 4, 2013, 12:19

The Bank of Japan maintained its massive monetary stimulus on Friday and upgraded its view on capital expenditure, encouraged by growing signs that the benefits of its aggressive policy action to escape deflation are broadening.

Kuroda steps down as ADB chief, to soon join BoJ

Last Updated: Monday, March 18, 2013, 15:21

Asian Development Bank (ADB) President Haruhiko Kuroda Monday stepped down after eight years of service and will soon takeover as Bank of Japan Governor.

India can achieve 8-9% economic growth: ADB President

Last Updated: Friday, February 1, 2013, 19:18

Asian Development Bank (ADB) on Friday said the fiscal consolidation roadmap announced by India will help in getting back to high economic growth rate of 8-9 percent in the coming years.

Global economic crisis a wake-up call for Asia: ADB

Last Updated: Thursday, May 3, 2012, 12:10

Financial crisis in Europe could escalate and along with slow recovery in the US, this year will be crucial for global economy but Asian nations must continue long term structural reforms while insulating the region against the troubles, ADB said on Thursday.