Inflation in Japan's capital accelerates, keeps BOJ rate hike prospects alive

TOKYO: Core inflation in Japan's capital accelerated in June on rising fuel bills and the boost to import costs from a weak yen, data showed on Friday, keeping alive expectations for a near-term interest rate hike by the central bank.

Separate data showed factory output rebounded nationally in May as automakers recovered from shipment disruptions, offering policymakers hope the economy was on track for a moderate recovery.