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Bank of Japan Targets 0.5% Rate Amid Leadership Uncertainty

9/23/2025

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The Bank of Japan plans policy normalization, targeting a 0.5% rate by January 2026 and unwind of exchange-traded funds and Japan Real Estate Investment Trusts.
Analysts are upbeat on Japan equities, citing governance reforms and macro strength.
The yen shows: hedge funds wager on weakness while asset managers stay bullish.
Prime Minister Ishiba's resignation raises uncertainty; leadership elections could shape policy.

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Story summary

The Bank of Japan plans policy normalization, targeting a 0.5% rate by January 2026 and unwind of exchange-traded funds and Japan Real Estate Investment Trusts.
Analysts are upbeat on Japan equities, citing governance reforms and macro strength.
The yen shows: hedge funds wager on weakness while asset managers stay bullish.
Prime Minister Ishiba's resignation raises uncertainty; leadership elections could shape policy.