Bank of Japan hikes rates by 0.25%, Bitcoin pushes past $77,000
On Wednesday, the Bank of Japan announced a 25‑basis‑point increase in its short‑term policy rate, moving the benchmark to the highest level it has reached in 31 years. This decision marks a decisive shift from the ultra‑loose monetary stance that the central bank has maintained for nearly two decades, and it reverberated across global markets, influencing currency valuations, equity indices, and…
Sept. 18, 2026, 3:03 a.m.