The Japanese economy has just started to pick up, and on the monetary policy front it is vital that the Bank secure the accommodative financial environment for an extended period to facilitate the return of the economy to a sustainable growth path.
Lack of information – or “information asymmetry” between consumers and Financial Services Providers places customers at a disadvantage. Consumer protection therefore seeks to level the playing field between suppliers and consumers of financial services. Financial services are in fact often complicated, while often involving large amounts of money for individuals.