Bank of Japan: Japans Notenbank erhöht Leitzins auf höchsten Stand seit 31 Jahren
Die Währungshüter wollen das Risiko eindämmen, dass die Teuerungsrate das Inflationsziel der Notenbank übersteigt. Die BOJ reagiert mit der Straffung zudem auf das internationale Umfeld.
The Bank of Japan (BOJ) has increased its key interest rate to its highest level in 31 years, raising the benchmark rate from 1% to 1.25%. The decision, made after a two-day meeting with seven out of nine board members voting in favor, aims to curb any risk of inflation surpassing the bank's 2% target. Analysts suggest that the move is also a response to the international economic environment, following the Federal Reserve's recent rate hike.
The BOJ's decision comes as Japan faces rising energy costs due to the Iran war and is expected to continue tightening monetary policy in 2024.
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