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The Bank of Japan has increased its policy rate to 1.0 percent, marking a 31-year high for interest rates.

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Who
The Bank of Japan, Deputy Governor Shinichi Uchida
What
The Bank of Japan has increased its policy rate to 1.0 percent, marking a 31-year high for interest rates.
When
Tue, 16 Jun 2026 03:27:00 GMT · 2h 54m ago
Where
Japan ·
Why
The central bank's decision aims to address inflation risks stemming from the Middle East conflict.
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How this affects you

Japan's central bank has raised its key interest rate for the first time since December to its highest level in 31 years, signaling a proactive stance against inflation and potentially influencing global economic stability given Japan's significant economic role.

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