Bank of Japan Increases Interest Rates by 25 Basis Points, Bitcoin Surpasses $77,000
The Bank of Japan (BOJ) announced a decisive monetary policy shift on Tuesday, raising its short‑term policy rate by 25 basis points. This move marks the first hike in more than three decades, pushing Japan’s benchmark interest rate to its highest level in 31 years. The decision, which was widely anticipated by market participants, reflects a growing consensus among central banks that inflationar…
Sept. 18, 2026, 3:03 a.m.