Japanese Banks Report Stronger Corporate Borrowing Demand

A Bank of Japan survey reported on 22 October showed that the diffusion index for major banks seeing increased corporate funding demand rose to +3, from -1 three months earlier. The BOJ’s policy rate stood at 1.25%, making lending conditions and future rate decisions important considerations for corporate finance teams. Banks, financial advisers and corporate treasuries can explore opportunities in liquidity forecasting, credit-risk analysis and financial planning. HPC can support financial analytics and decision-support systems, with fees dependent on each engagement’s requirements.