Japan’s National CPI rises 3.3% YoY in June, Core CPI climbs as expected

Japan’s National Consumer Price Index (CPI) rose by 3.3% YoY in June, compared to the previous reading of 3.5%, according to the latest data released by the Japan Statistics Bureau on Friday.

Further details unveil that the National CPI ex Fresh food arrived at 3,3% YoY in June versus 3.7% prior. The figure came in line with the market consensus.

Jul 18, 2025

Japan National CPI ex Food, Energy (YoY) increased to 3.4% in June from previous 3.3%

WTI drifts higher above $66.00 on brewing Middle East tension

West Texas Intermediate (WTI), the US crude oil benchmark, is trading around $66.15 during the early Asian trading hours on Friday. The WTI edges higher amid renewed geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, raising concerns about tighter global oil supplies.