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The Bank of Japan raised interest rates to a 31-year high.
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Bank of Japan
What
The Bank of Japan raised interest rates to a 31-year high.
When
Fri, 18 Sep 2026 05:20:00 GMT · 3h 7m ago
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Why
Signalling cautious tightening amid persistent inflation and a weakening yen.
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The Bank of Japan's decision to raise interest rates to a 31-year high signals a shift towards tighter monetary policy in response to inflation and yen depreciation.
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