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Bank of Japan raised rates to a 31-year high as inflation and a weak yen piled up pressure
The Bank of Japan raised its policy rate to 1% in a 7-1 board vote, marking the first time since 1995. The decision followed inflation and a weak yen putting pressure on the economy.
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