Image: NewsquawkNewsquawk Daily US Opening News - 18th September 2026
β’ The Bank of Japan raised interest rates by 25 basis points to 1.25% on September 18, 2026. β’ The decision passed with a 7-2 vote, as board members Asada and Sato dissented and voted to hold rates steady. β’ The central bank will continue increasing rates based on financial conditions and economic and price developments.
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