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Why Is the Bank of Japan's "Price Target" 2%? "Core Price" as a Measure of Target Achievement

In 2013, the Bank of Japan introduced a 2% inflation target, aiming to end deflation and establish inflation expectations. However, this 2% target is not a theoretical necessity, but rather a level based on international practice. Recently, rising food prices have been pushing up underlying inflation, which has become an issue.
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In 2013, the Bank of Japan introduced a 2% inflation target, aiming to end deflation and establish inflation expectations. However, this 2% target is not a theoretical necessity, but rather a level based on international practice. Recently, rising food prices have been pushing up underlying inflation, which has become an issue.

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businessinsider.jp broke the news in on Friday, October 17, 2025.
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