Bank of Japan hikes rates by 0.25%, Bitcoin climbs above $77,000
The Bank of Japan announced a decisive monetary policy shift on Tuesday, raising its short‑term interest rate by 25 basis points. This modest but significant move marks the first increase in the country’s benchmark rate since the early 1990s, pushing the policy rate to a level not seen in 31 years. The decision was driven by a combination of persistent inflationary pressures, a weakening yen, and…
Sept. 18, 2026, 3:03 a.m.