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title: "BOJ Board Member Junko Koeda Warns of Long-Term Negative Real Interest Rates"
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description: "BOJ board member Junko Koeda warns that prolonged negative real interest rates may deter investors from viewing Japan as an attractive investment destination due to low expected returns, highlighting challenges in maintaining economic appeal amid current monetary policies."
datetime: "2026-05-21T01:44:03.000Z"
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# BOJ Board Member Junko Koeda Warns of Long-Term Negative Real Interest Rates

Bank of Japan (BOJ) board member Junko Koeda has expressed concerns about the prolonged period of negative real interest rates in Japan. According to Jin10, Koeda highlighted that such a scenario could lead investors to perceive the Japanese economy as an unattractive investment destination due to expected low returns. This statement underscores the challenges faced by Japan in maintaining economic appeal amid ongoing monetary policy conditions.

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