US futures are pointing to a higher open as of 04:05 ET. European equity markets have opened in the positive territory, following mostly higher Asian markets. BOJ left policy settings unchanged as expected. FY24 core inflation projection upgraded. FY26 core inflation around 2%. Bond purchases to be conducted in accordance with decisions made in March. Finance Minister Suzuki expressed concerns over negative effect of yen depreciation, repeating readiness to act if needed.

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