Economic & event calendar in Asia Monday, December 29, 2025: We hear from the BoJ (again!)

The Asia-Pacific economic calendar today is nearly empty due to the holidays. Professional traders are unlikely to start operating until January 5. However, at 2350 GMT, the Bank of Japan will release its 'Summary of Opinions' from the December meeting, following a series of interest rate hikes initiated in January 2025. Recently, Bank of Japan Governor Ueda reiterated the importance of wages and inflation in reinforcing the case for further rate hikes. The ongoing path of rate hikes seems clear, but the timing of the next hike remains a key question. Each communication from the BoJ will be meticulously analyzed for insights into their policy direction. The Summary of Opinions includes discussions on economic conditions, monetary policy measures, and members' outlooks on future changes, providing valuable context for traders.