# Boj Spies Chance to Pivot Inflation as 2% Goal Nears

> Bank of Japan prepares to sustain 2% inflation target as government remains cautious.
- Title: Boj Spies Chance to Pivot Inflation as 2% Goal Nears
- Summary: Bank of Japan prepares to sustain 2% inflation target as government remains cautious. Japan's central bank aims to maintain 2% inflation while government…
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- Source: Nikkei Asia — https://asia.nikkei.com/economy/bank-of-japan/boj-spies-a-chance-to-pivot-to-sustaining-inflation-as-2-goal-nears
- Published: 2026-10-19T18:04:36+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: bank of japan, boj, inflation, 2 percent, japan, central bank, government, policy, news, business, world
## Bank of Japan
Japan's central bank prepares to shift focus to keeping inflation stable around 2% target while government remains wary of declaring mission accomplished.
## Inflation Target
With a long-sought target of 2% price growth within reach, the Bank of Japan is preparing to shift its focus to keeping inflation stable around that rate.
## Government Caution
Japan's government remains wary of declaring 'mission accomplished' as Bank of Japan aims to sustain 2% inflation target.
## Key takeaway

Japan's central bank aims to maintain 2% inflation while government avoids declaring victory.