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Japan's policy rate raised to 1.0 percent, more hikes signaled
Bank of Japan Deputy Governor Himino announced the central bank raised its policy interest rate to around 1.0 percent.
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Middle East tension, AI demand shape Japan's outlook
The Bank of Japan's Monetary Policy Meeting minutes from April 27-28, 2026, detail the Policy Board's discussion on how Middle East tensions and global AI-related demand are influencing Japan's economic outlook and financial markets.
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BOJ adjusts securities lending facility terms
The Bank of Japan has adjusted the terms and conditions for its Securities Lending Facility (SLF).
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BoJ outlines JGB purchase reduction to 2 trillion yen
The Bank of Japan decided to reduce its monthly Japanese Government Bond purchases by approximately 200 billion yen each calendar quarter until March 2027.
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BOJ raises policy rate to 1.0 percent
The Bank of Japan has raised its uncollateralized overnight call rate to around 1.0 percent, up from 0.75 percent.
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BOJ reduces JGB purchases, targeting 2 trillion yen monthly
The Bank of Japan will reduce its monthly outright purchases of Japanese Government Bonds (JGBs) by approximately 200 billion yen each calendar quarter until March 2027.
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Kamiyama flags NBFI growth, risks to Japan's financial system
Bank of Japan Executive Director Kamiyama highlighted the growing role of non-bank financial intermediaries (NBFIs) and investment funds at the AIMA Japan Annual Forum on May 14. He discussed their global expansion, characteristics in Japan, and potential risks to financial system stability.
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Kamiyama: BOJ advances CBDC, reorganizes discussion groups
Bank of Japan Executive Director Kazushige Kamiyama announced that no critical technical issues have been identified for the social implementation of a central bank digital currency.
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Kamiyama outlines future of Japan's payment systems
Bank of Japan Executive Director Kamiyama Kazushige outlined the future evolution of Japan's payment and settlement systems, focusing on wholesale and retail central bank digital currency (CBDC) initiatives.
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Japan office rents depreciate 1.4% annually, renovations boost value
A Bank of Japan working paper finds that office rents in Japan depreciate at a consistent rate of 1.4% annually for about 25 years.
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Ueda warns of Middle East impact on Japan's inflation
Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda discussed the outlook for Japan's economic activity and prices, emphasizing the impact of increased Middle East tension.
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BOJ group debates JGB purchase reduction pace
The Bank of Japan's Bond Market Group held its 24th round of meetings on May 21-22, 2026.