Bank of Japan raises interest rates to 31-year high, flags concerns over inflation
The decision was split 7-2, with board members Toichiro Asada and Ayano Sato dissenting from the hike.
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WorldPingThe yen declined and BTC rose after the BOJ hiked rates to the highest level in 31 years.
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The decision was split 7-2, with board members Toichiro Asada and Ayano Sato dissenting from the hike.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by CNBC World
WorldPingCentral banks around the world have hiked rates as high energy prices are pushing up inflation.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by BBC Business
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