Recent commentary highlights the ongoing pressures faced by the Bank of Japan (BOJ) from market forces. Analysts note that the BOJ appears to have succumbed to market pressures, a trend that has been observed since the era of former Federal Reserve Chairman Paul Volcker. This situation has sparked discussions about the relationship between central banks and market dynamics, with some experts suggesting that the BOJ's actions reflect a broader pattern of central banks being influenced by market behavior. The commentary emphasizes concerns regarding the implications of such dynamics for the functioning of free markets.