BOJ maintains JGB buy amounts in regular operation for May

Heading into a new month, the Bank of Japan (BoJ) makes an announcement that it pledges to leave the Japanese Government Bond (JGBs) purchase amounts unchanged for the month of May, with the key details found below.

Offers to buy ¥450 bn JGBs 5-10 years.

Offers to buy ¥500 bn Treasury discount bills.

Offers to buy ¥50 bn JGBs up to 1-year maturity.