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Bank of Japan Signals Possible Interest Rate Hike

2/27/2026

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  • The Bank of Japan may raise interest rates soon, said Hajime Takata, a Bank of Japan Policy Board member, noting deflation is behind.
  • Takata spoke in Kyoto to business leaders, emphasizing the bank should shift its approach.
  • He added the bank should communicate that the price stability target is nearly met, signaling a potential policy shift.