# Bank of Japan Set for Pivotal Rate Hike After Bessent Pressure

https://mins.news/en/item/63550

- Bloomberg News, 2026-09-18 02:45 UTC
- Economy
- Original: https://www.bloomberg.com/news/live-blog/2026-09-18/bank-of-japan-monetary-policy-decision?link_source=ta_bluesky_link&taid=6aaca5c4fbc2160001c2bde6

> The Bank of Japan is poised for a pivotal rate hike following pressure from Bessent.

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