An official from the Bank of Japan commenting on the Tanakn report:
- major producers sentiment worsened due to increased expenses, declining foreign demand, and consequences of each country's trade policy
- broad range of non-manufacturers saw business conditions worsen 3 months ahead due largely to concerns over rising costs
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Separately, there have also been remarks from finance minister Kato on other matters:
- government is monitoring how rising cost of living impacting households
- important to firmly pursue our policies to help households tackle rising prices
