Asia-Pacific markets trade mixed as investors parse Japan inflation data

Asia-Pacific markets trade mixed as investors parse Japan inflation data

Japan's inflation grew 3.6% year on year in March, marking three straight years that the headline inflation figure is above the Bank of Japan's 2% target.

The Kospi rose 0.5%, while Shanghai fell 0.1%. Most other markets in the region were closed today for Easter. Inflation in Japan rose to an annual rate of 3.6% in March, exceeding the central bank's 2% target for three consecutive years. However, the figure was lower than February, when it stood at 3.7%.

Japan markets trade flat as investors parse key inflation data - Conservative Angle

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