China's Politburo pledged to stabilize employment and market expectations at a meeting, state news agency Xinhua reports.

China's Politburo announces a deepened crackdown on "involution-style" competition, according to state media reports. The move signals a continued regulatory focus on curbing intense, hyper-competitive market practices.

The Chinese Politburo has announced a deepened crackdown on "involution-style" competition, according to a report by Xinhua.

Bank of Japan Governor Ueda says a rate hike is possible if the economy avoids significant downside pressure. The central bank continues to monitor economic conditions for future policy adjustments.

Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda stated that a rate hike remains possible provided there is no significant downside pressure on the economy.

BOJ Gov Ueda says rate hike possible if no significant economic undershoot.

BOJ Governor Ueda stated that if the economy does not undershoot significantly, there is a possibility of a rate hike.

Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda says there is no immediate need to raise interest rates. Ueda noted that while six board members are mindful of inflation risks, the central bank does not see an urgent requirement for a rate hike at this time.

Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda stated there is no immediate need to raise interest rates, noting that while six board members are mindful of inflation risks, they do not see current urgency for a hike.