Bank of Japan rate hike expectations rise following hawkish comments
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Bank of Japan (Hajime Takata)
Japan
September 2, 2026
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Read our editorial policy- Earlier version 29/3/2026, 3:01:11 PM
Bank of Japan board member Hajime Takata signaled a need for nimble interest rate hikes. Markets are increasingly pricing in a rate hike this month. The yen strengthened against major currencies following the remarks.
- Earlier version 19/3/2026, 1:10:50 PM
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