Monitor JN PPI y/y to gauge potential shifts in consumer prices and inflation trends in Japan's economy.
This serves as a key indicator of consumer inflation—when companies increase their product prices, those higher expenses are typically transferred to consumers.
What it Measures
This reflects the change in the prices of goods sold by companies.
Usual Effect
If the 'Actual' value exceeds the 'Forecast', it is generally positive for the currency.
Source & Frequency
Bank of Japan (latest release) - https://www.boj.or.jp/en/index.htm/ • Data is released monthly, approximately 12 days after the conclusion of the month.
How Data is Derived
N/A
Also Known As
CGPI
Acronym
Producer Price Index (PPI), Corporate Goods Price Index (CGPI)