Bank of Japan (BoJ) news

The Bank of Japan (BoJ) is the central bank of Japan. It conducts monetary policy to achieve price stability and financial system stability. The BoJ employs various tools, including quantitative easing and yield curve control, to influence economic activity and promote sustainable growth in Japan.

Yen weakness despite higher interest rates

Yen remained weak despite the Bank of Japan’s historic rate hike to 0.75%. Deeply negative real interest rates and fully priced-in policy decision triggered profit-taking. Dovish signals from the Bank of Japan and strong demand for U.S. assets further supported the dollar and pushed USD/JPY higher.

19-12-2025 14:51 GMT by Krzysztof Kamiński

Markets Today: BoJ Hikes Rates, German Consumer Confidence at 2024 Lows as FTSE 100 Holds the High Ground

The Bank of Japan raised rates to a 30-year high of 0.75%, causing the Yen to fall as Governor Ueda avoided a clear timeline for future hikes. German consumer confidence hit near two-year lows heading into 2026. European shares were muted, though major banks offset losses from retail and tech. Oil prices dropped due to oversupply fears, while gold held onto weekly gains.

19-12-2025 10:34 GMT by Zain Vawda