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The Bank of Japan raised interest rates to a 31-year high on Tuesday, signalling its focus on countering inflation risks from the Middle East conflict.

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Bank of Japan
What
The Bank of Japan raised interest rates to a 31-year high on Tuesday, signalling its focus on countering inflation risks from the Middle East conflict.
When
Tue, 16 Jun 2026 03:26:55 GMT · 2h 52m ago
Where
TOKYO ·
Why
The Bank of Japan raised interest rates due to inflation risks stemming from the Middle East conflict.
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How this affects you

This move by Japan's central bank indicates a tightening of monetary policy in response to global geopolitical tensions, which could affect international financial markets and trade due to increased borrowing costs.

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