# Bitcoin rallies after BOJ’s 1.25% hike, but the real yen-carry test starts next week

https://mins.news/en/item/64851

- CryptoSlate, 2026-09-18 20:30 UTC
- Economy
- Original: https://cryptoslate.com/bitcoin-rallies-after-bojs-1-25-hike-but-the-real-yen-carry-test-starts-next-week/

> The Bank of Japan voted 7-2 to raise its policy rate from about 1% to 1.25%, with the new setting taking effect Sept. 24. Bitcoin climbed to an intraday high near $81,000 after the announcement, while the yen weakened, offering little evidence of an immediate disorderly carry unwind. Risks remain as implementation approaches and the BOJ signals its next move.

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