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Japan's Central Bank Hikes Interest Rate to 1.25%, a 31-Year High

September 18, 2026

Summary

The Bank of Japan raised its benchmark interest rate to 1.25%, the highest in 31 years, in a split 7-2 decision, aiming to curb rising inflation. This move follows similar actions by the US Federal Reserve and European Central Bank.

Coverage by lane

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  • Japan raises interest rates to 31-year high to curb impact of rising prices

Center

  • Yen Falls After BOJ Rate Hike as Oil Extends Slide
  • Japan’s central bank raises benchmark interest rate to 1.25%, the highest in 31 years - AP News
  • Bank of Japan Raises Rates, Making U.S. Less Alluring for Tokyo Investors
  • Why Japan’s markets flipped the usual script after central bank rate hike
  • Japan's Central Bank Hikes Rates in Split Decision
  • Japan raises interest rate to new 31-year high to curb rising prices
  • BOJ Hikes Rate at Fastest Pace in More Than Three Decades
  • 'The House Has Lost:' Donovan on BOJ Decision, Bessent

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