https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/japan-raises-interest-rate-to-new-31-year-high-to-curb-rising-pricesContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/japan-raises-interest-rate-to-new-31-year-high-to-curb-rising-priceshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/japan-raises-interest-rate-to-new-31-year-high-to-curb-rising-prices#u78223Mon, 21 Sep 2026 04:40:46 +0000The Bank of Japan increased its benchmark interest rate to 1.25%, the highest level in 31 years, to combat rising prices and inflation. The move was expected by markets, but the decision followed a split vote among policymakers. Despite the hike, the Japanese yen weakened against the US dollar, and stocks rose as the split vote tempered expectations for more aggressive future tightening. The central bank has signaled that further rate increases may be necessary to keep pace with global peers.Why it mattersJapan has long maintained low rates, but global inflation risks from energy costs and AI