Bank of Japan
Japan's central bank is expected to keep its key rate at 1.25%
With underlying inflation close to the official target, policymakers still appear willing to wait before their next move.
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The Philippines raises rates further as inflation weighs on growth
A half-point increase takes the benchmark rate to 5.5%, a larger move than economists had expected.
Automobiles
GM turns toward hybrids after its electric-vehicle bet slows
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Retail
Japan is about to rewrite the tax-free shopping rulebook
A shift from point-of-sale exemptions to refunds is intended to curb reselling, but retailers see new friction ahead.