Bank of Japan Decision in September?
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The Bank of Japan raised interest rates by 25 basis points to 1.25%, as expected, the highest level in 31 years.
The Bank of Japan announced an interest rate hike! Raising it by 25 basis points, the yen depreciated sharply, leading outside observers to believe the central bank was "not hawkish enough."
Just In: Bank of Japan Raises Rates by 25 Bps to 1.25%, Highest Level in Around 31 Years • • The Bank of Japan raised its policy rate by 25 basis points from 1.0% to 1.25%, with the decision passing by a 7–2 vote. The BOJ said Japan’s economy is recovering moderately despite some weakness linked to factors including tensions in the Middle East, while underlying inflation is gradually approaching its 2% price stability target. The central bank added that it will continue raising rates and adjust monetary easing if its economic and price outlook is realized.
Bank of Japan raises policy rate 25 bps to 1.25%; markets eye follow-up • Bank of Japan raised its policy rate 25 bps to 1.25% on Friday, matching all economists surveyed. The move was the fastest pace of tightening in 36 years, and the gap since June’s hike was the shortest since 1990. Governor Ueda will explain the decision and the near-term rate path at a scheduled press conference. FX markets have shifted focus from whether to hike to how many hikes will follow; several institutions warn the yen could weaken after the decision unless the BOJ signals stronger tightening. A Reuters survey shows markets broadly expect rates to rise to 1.5% by end‑March 2027 and to 1.75% in Q2 2027. (
[Live Report] What will be the Bank of Japan's decision following the US interest rate hike announcement? Discussions to raise the policy interest rate to around 1.25% are underway.
The Bank of Japan is likely to raise rates to 1.25% at the end of its two-day meeting on Friday amid inflationary pressures, according to a CNBC survey. • • A hike would signal an acceleration of the tightening cycle, faster than the six-month interval the Bank has been following since it started policy normalization in March 2024. The BOJ last raised rates in June. • • More on Tokyo's monetary policy on CNBC:
Bank of Japan expects to raise interest rates by 50 basis points next week as inflationary pressures increase the risk of excessive inflation.
The Bank of Japan is adjusting its plans for another interest rate hike, raising it to around 1.25%, the lowest level in 31 years.
Bank of Japan to raise interest rates at September meeting to 1.25%, highest level in 31 years
The Bank of Japan may raise its policy interest rate from 1% to 1.25%; a first rate hike in three months is being discussed at next week's meeting, as inflation risks are accelerating the pace of rate hikes.
The Bank of Japan is rumored to raise interest rates by 25 basis points next week! Rates will reach a 31-year high, and analysts predict future increases could be as frequent as quarterly.
The Bank of Japan is rumored to raise interest rates by 25 basis points next week! Rates will reach a 31-year high, and analysts predict future increases could be as frequent as quarterly.
[Nikkei Special Report] Bank of Japan to raise policy interest rate to 1.25% in September; accelerating interest rate hikes to avoid risk of price increases
[Nikkei Special Report] Bank of Japan to raise policy interest rate to 1.25% in September; accelerating interest rate hikes to avoid risk of price increases
Bank of Japan set to raise policy rate to 1.25% next week
Scoop: Bank of Japan to raise policy interest rate to 1.25% in September to avoid upward inflation risk through accelerated rate hikes.
Scoop: Bank of Japan to raise policy interest rate to 1.25% in September to avoid upward inflation risk through accelerated rate hikes.
TD Securities Expects BoJ to Hike Interest Rates by 25 Bps Each in September and December 2026, Followed by Hikes in April, July and October 2027
TD Securities Expects BoJ to Hike Interest Rates by 25 Bps Each in September and December 2026, Followed by Hikes in April, July and October 2027
BoJ Set to Raise Interest Rates, Most Likely by 25 Basis Points, at Next Week’s Policy Meeting, Sources Say
BoJ Watchers See Follow-Up Hike By January After September Move - BBG • •
BoJ Watchers See Follow-Up Hike By January After September Move - BBG • •
Bank of Japan Policy Board Member Masu: We will carefully examine and review exchange rates, crude oil prices, etc., and discuss them at the next meeting.
Bank of Japan Policy Board Member Masu: We will continue to monitor the situation cautiously in the current manner = Regarding the discussion of a significant 0.5% interest rate hike
BoJ’s Masu: We Should Proceed at a Cautious Approach in Pushing Up Borrowing Costs, When Asked About Chance of 50-Basis-Point Rate Hike
POLL-BOJ to raise rates to 1.25% this month, reach 1.75% faster than expected
Reuters Poll-Bank of Japan to Raise Benchmark Interest Rate to 1.25% on September 18, Say 97% of Economists (vs 57% in August Poll)
Reuters Poll-Bank of Japan to Raise Benchmark Interest Rate to 1.25% on September 18, Say 97% of Economists (vs 57% in August Poll)
Reuters Poll-Bank of Japan to Raise Benchmark Interest Rate to 1.25% on September 18, Say 97% of Economists (vs 57% in August Poll)
With the Bank of Japan's September meeting approaching, expectations for an interest rate hike are dominant; "external pressure" has a significant impact.
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This market will resolve according to the change in basis points in the uncollateralized overnight call rate resulting from the September 2026 meeting of the Bank of Japan, relative to the level it was prior to this meeting.
The resolution source will be official information from the Bank of Japan, including the statement or release from its September 2026 meeting, scheduled for September 17-18, 2026, as listed on the official Bank of Japan calendar (https://www.boj.or.jp/en/mopo/mpmsche_minu/index.htm). This market may resolve as soon as the statement or release of the Bank of Japan’s September 2026 meeting with relevant data is issued.
If the specified rate is defined by an upper and lower bound, the relevant change will be the change to the upper bound.
If the specified rate is changed to a level not expressed in the displayed options, the change will be rounded according to the following guidelines. Increases or decreases of less than 25 bps will be rounded to 25 bps (e.g. an increase or decrease of 10 bps would be considered to be an increase or decrease of 25 bps). Increases or decreases of greater than 25 bps will be rounded to the nearest 25 bps and will be rounded away from 0 in cases of equidistance (e.g., an increase or decrease of 37.5 bps would be considered to be an increase or decrease of 50 bps). Displayed options of “Increase” or “Decrease” will include policy rate increases or decreases of any size.
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