Bank of Japan Increases Interest Rates by 25 Basis Points, Sending Bitcoin Above $77,000
On Tuesday, the Bank of Japan (BOJ) announced a 25‑basis‑point hike in its short‑term policy rate, moving the benchmark to 0.25 percent. This marks the first increase in 31 years, ending a three‑decade stretch of ultra‑low or negative interest rates that had become a hallmark of Japanese monetary policy. The decision was widely anticipated by market participants, who had been watching for signs t…
Sept. 18, 2026, 3:03 a.m.