Japan’s interest rate hiked to 31-year high at 1.25% as inflation rises Post author:mck Post published:September 18, 2026 Post category:Blog Bank of Japan raises benchmark interest rate from 1 to 1.25 percent, pledging to help counter inflation risks. You Might Also Like West African regional army: Why thousands of soldiers are deploying March 2, 2026 Cape Verde fans celebrate history despite loss July 4, 2026 Israel launches deadly ground incursion amid air strikes on Syria April 3, 2025