The Bank of Japan left its benchmark interest rate unchanged at 1% at its latest policy meeting, a decision that aligned with what most market participants...
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August 18, 2026
August 18, 2026
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Bank of Japan Holds Rates Steady, Revises Economic Outlook
The Bank of Japan kept its benchmark interest rate unchanged at its latest policy meeting, while also updating its assessment of how the Japanese economy is...
Trump Reportedly Backs Kevin Warsh for Fed Chair as Rate Hike Odds Rise
President Trump is said to favor Kevin Warsh as a leading candidate to lead the Federal Reserve, a development that has drawn fresh attention to U.S....
Central Bank Holds Rates Steady as Energy and Memory Chip Costs Threaten Fresh Price Pressures
A central bank kept its benchmark interest rate unchanged at its latest policy meeting, even as officials flagged that rising energy prices and higher memory chip...