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BOJ Holds Rates at 1%, Warns of Exceeding Inflation Target

Updated 2026-07-31 03:40 UTC 1 source Neutral

The Bank of Japan has decided to hold interest rates at 1% amid concerns that underlying inflation may exceed its 2% target. The decision comes as speculation mounts about a faster rate hike.

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BOJ holds rates at 1%, warns of underlying inflation exceeding 2% target

The decision comes as speculation continues to swirl around whether the Bank of Japan will hike rates at a faster pace.

2026-07-31 03:33 UTC