Japan Raises Interest Rates

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1. 18 Sep

   Japan's central bank has raised its main interest rate to a fresh 31-year high as it continues to move away from decades of ultra-low borrowing costs and as the country faces increasing economic pressures.

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• 18 Sep Japan raises interest rates to 31-year high to curb impact of rising pricesJapan’s central bank raised its target interest rate to 1.25%, the highest level since 1995, in response to global inflation pressures linked to conflicts in Iran. The Bank of Japan (BoJ) joined other major central banks like the US Federal Reserve and European Central Bank in tightening monetary policy this month but did not unanimously support the increase with two board members dissenting. Economists caution that…The Guardian
• 18 Sep Japan's central bank raises benchmark interest rate to 1.25%Japan’s central bank increased the benchmark interest rate to 1.25%, marking a 31-year-high. The Bank of Japan aims to normalize monetary policy after prolonged periods with near-zero rates intended to stimulate borrowing and spending. This move comes amid rising inflationary pressures, primarily due to high oil prices resulting from the conflict in Iran, which negatively impacts resource-dependent Japan.Toronto Star
• 18 Sep Asian shares mostly rise, cheered by a US rally and easing oil pricesAsian shares increased on Friday due to gains in U.S. markets and falling oil prices. Japan’s Nikkei 225 rose by 1.9%, after the Bank of Japan raised its benchmark interest rate to 1.25%. Meanwhile, South Korea's Kospi surged 2.3% while Hong Kong's Hang Seng saw a slight increase of nearly 0.7%. The movement in oil prices and bond yields influenced global markets; Brent crude fell to $103.83 per barrel, down from…Toronto Star
• 18 Sep Bank of Japan hikes rates to 31-year high to battle inflationOn September 18, 2026, the Bank of Japan raised its interest rates by 25 basis points to 1.25%, marking a more than 30-year high in an effort to combat inflation driven by surging energy prices and a weak yen. The decision was approved with a 7-2 majority vote despite growing pressure for further tightening measures. Despite the hike, the yen weakened, trading at over 157 per dollar compared to around 156.30 before…The Hindu
• 18 Sep Japan lifts interest rates to counter 'shocking' inflationJapan's Bank of Japan raised interest rates to 1.25%, marking the second increase this year following a rise in June that pushed rates to 1%. This move comes amid inflation at nearly 2%—a significant shift for a country accustomed to near-zero rates over decades. The central bank cited global energy prices and currency fluctuations as key factors, signaling potential further hikes due to ongoing economic pressures…ABC News (AU)
• 18 Sep Japan’s interest rate hiked to 31-year high at 1.25% as inflation risesThe Bank of Japan increased interest rates to 1.25%, a 31-year high, in response to rising inflation and wage growth. The hike comes amid global pressures, including similar moves by the Federal Reserve and European Central Bank, which could impact the yen's value and further inflationary pressures in Japan. Structural issues such as a shrinking labor force contribute to ongoing inflation, pushing core consumer…Al Jazeera
• 18 Sep Japan raises interest rate to new 31-year high to curb rising pricesJapan's central bank raised its main interest rate to 1.25%, marking a 31-year high since 1995, in response to increasing inflation and economic pressures. The Bank of Japan (BOJ) has incrementally increased rates six times since late 2024 as global oil prices rise due to the Iran war, affecting energy supplies critical for Japan's economy. While inflation slightly eased to 1.7% in August from 1.8% the previous…BBC

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