Bank of Japan Increases Interest Rates by 0.25 Percentage Points, Bitcoin Surpasses $77,000
The Bank of Japan announced a 25‑basis‑point hike in its policy rate, taking the nation's benchmark interest rate to its highest level in 31 years. This move marks a significant shift in the country’s monetary stance, which had been characterized by ultra‑low rates and even negative interest rates for nearly two decades. By raising rates, the BOJ aims to curb persistent inflationary pressures, st…
Sept. 18, 2026, 3:03 a.m.