Japan's economy would have experienced prolonged deflation from 2016 onwards if it were not for the extensive monetary stimulus program implemented by the Bank of Japan, according to a recent study conducted by the central bank.

The research indicates that without this unconventional monetary policy, price growth would have likely fallen into negative territory. The findings, presented by a team of BOJ economists, suggest that prices were projected to remain below zero until around 2022.

This analysis highlights the significant impact of the Bank of Japan's measures in stabilizing the economy and preventing deflationary pressures during a critical period.