https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/boj-holds-rates-as-underlying-inflation-aligns-with-2-target-for-first-time-since-2013Continuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/boj-holds-rates-as-underlying-inflation-aligns-with-2-target-for-first-time-since-2013https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/boj-holds-rates-as-underlying-inflation-aligns-with-2-target-for-first-time-since-2013#u170441Mon, 02 Nov 2026 15:15:38 +0000The Bank of Japan held its benchmark interest rate at 1.25% following a policy meeting on October 29-30, declaring that its underlying inflation target of 2% has been reached for the first time since the goal was adopted in 2013. Eight out of nine policy board members voted in favor of maintaining the rate, while Hajime Takata dissented to propose a hike to 1.5%. The central bank signaled openness to near-term rate increases as underlying price trends stabilize around the target after decades of deflation.Why it mattersReaching the 2% inflation goal marks a historic departure from decades of p