EconomyYen soars as Bank of Japan tipped to raise interest rates
The yen has gained more than 1.7% against the dollar, reaching 155.85, its strongest level in a month, as markets speculate that the Bank of Japan may raise interest rates. Comments from policymaker Hajime Takata increased expectations of an earlier hike, while investors remain uneasy after a global bond sell-off.
TThe Guardian★★★☆☆2026-09-03 11:28Original
Yen soars as Bank of Japan tipped to raise interest rates
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