Japan futures investors are eyeing Bank of Japan’s

Investors are eyeing Bank of Japan’s policy stance, as speculation grows over a possible interest rate adjustment this quarter. Historical data indicates that mild tightening cycles have often supported equity valuations, particularly in the financial and industrial sectors. Such a policy shift could spook investors worried about one of the world's biggest debt loads. A firm yen and lackluster car sales weighed on Japanese rubber prices, while storms in Thailand threaten future supply. Nikkei futures are hovering near 39,000 despite overnight Wall Street weakness. Short-term technical charts display a potential consolidation phase, with resistance at 39,150 and support at 38,