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đ Bank of Japan Raises Rates to 0.75%
Japanâs central bank has lifted interest rates to 0.75%, the highest level in nearly 30 years, as part of a gradual exit from decades of ultraâloose monetary policy. Markets had largely priced in the hike, so attention now turns to forward guidance from BoJ Governor Ueda on future tightening. ïżœ
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đŽ Japanese Finance Minister Warns on Yen Volatility
Japanâs finance minister says authorities are ready to act if excessive foreign exchange volatility occurs â especially after the yen weakened sharply despite the rate hike. The move underlines concerns over rapid currency swings and coordination with U.S. authorities on intervention policies. ïżœ
đ Japanâs GDP Data Shows Weakness
Revised figures show Japanâs economy contracting by 0.6% in Q3, worse than earlier estimates â a softer backdrop for policymakers even as they raise borrowing costs. ïżœ
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These developments signal Japanâs monetary shift is underway, with implications for global markets, currency flows, and risk assets.
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