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The Bank of Japan raised its short-term policy rate to 1.0% from 0.75% by a 7-1 vote.

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Bank of Japan
What
The Bank of Japan raised its short-term policy rate to 1.0% from 0.75% by a 7-1 vote.
When
Tue, 16 Jun 2026 03:26:55 GMT · 2h 48m ago
Where
TOKYO ·
Why
The Bank of Japan signaled its focus on countering inflation risks from the Middle East conflict.
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This move by the Bank of Japan brings its policy rate to levels unseen since 1995, indicating a significant shift in monetary policy to address inflation concerns stemming from global events.

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