Bank of Japan lifts rates by 0.25%, sending Bitcoin above $77,000
The Bank of Japan announced a decisive monetary policy shift on Monday, raising its short‑term policy rate by 25 basis points. This modest yet significant hike marks the first increase in more than three decades, taking the benchmark rate to a level not seen since the early 1990s. The decision was driven by a combination of factors, including a persistent rise in consumer prices, a tightening glo…
Sept. 18, 2026, 3:03 a.m.