Japan's Central Bank Increases Key Interest Rate to 31-Year Peak

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Published: 2026-06-16T20:53:14Z
Category: finance
Source: The Guardian
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The Bank of Japan has announced an increase in its interest rates, bringing them to 0.1%. This adjustment marks the highest rate seen in 31 years for the nation. The decision signals a notable change in the central bank's long-standing monetary policy stance.

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