For traders, the release of the Minutes could shed further light on the Bank of Japan's intentions, as the prospect of an October rate hike gains ground. Towards a BoJ rate hike in October? If a more accommodating figure, such as Sanae Takaichi, emerges, this could postpone or attenuate the scope of a monetary hike. The question now is whether the BoJ Minutes will contain sufficient surprises to provoke a strong move in the Japanese Yen or whether the pair will have to wait for the next Prime Ministerial election. The publication of the BoJ's Minutes on Wednesday could offer decisive confirmation of a monetary turnaround in Japan.