BOJ's Ueda: We aim to rely on markets to determine long-term rates but there are limits

<ul><li>The 0.50% to 1.00% frame is to respond to future risks</li><li>Now, we have added room to deal with upward moves in interest rates</li><li>Policy decision not biased towards tightening</li><li>The 1.00% mark is defined as a "just in case" cap</li><li>It is appropriate to maintain strong monetary easing</li></ul><p>As mentioned earlier, this will very much be a teething process as markets have to try and figure out what is the BOJ's appetite in tolerating higher yields above 0.50% and under 1.00%. There will be times that the central bank may view it as being an overstep but after a considerable period, they should loosen the reigns a fair bit more.</p><p>For now at least, expect them to maintain a close watch on things and we'll see where they choose to draw the next "invisible line" above 0.50%.</p>

This article was written by Justin Low at www.forexlive.com.