Bank of Japan hikes rates to 31-year high
The Bank of Japan raised its benchmark interest rate to a 31-year high to combat inflation, as a spike in oil prices linked to the West Asia crisis added to price pressures. The move reflects intensifying pressure on the BoJ to tighten monetary policy further, moving away from its long-standing ultra-loose stance.
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- BoJ raised its policy rate to a 31-year high.
- Stated aim: to battle rising inflation.
- An oil-price spike from the West Asia crisis added to price pressure.
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