# Japan's Central Bank Raises Rates in Divided Vote

https://mins.news/en/video/63840

- Bloomberg Television, 2026-09-18 07:20 UTC
- Economy
- Original: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c0zGcyv2HE8

> Japan's central bank lifted its benchmark rate after policymakers split over the decision. The move comes as it confronts intensifying inflation risks and unusually direct demands for additional steps toward policy normalization.

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