BOJ maintains policy rate at 0.75% amid Middle East uncertainty

19. März 2026

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The Bank of Japan maintained its policy rate at 0.75% on March 19 amid growing Middle East uncertainty. The decision was widely expected by markets and central bank watchers.

The Bank of Japan (BOJ) on March 19, 2026, decided to keep its policy rate unchanged at 0.75%. This widely anticipated move reflects caution amid escalating Middle East tensions, which pose risks to oil prices, the Japanese economy, wages, and inflation. BOJ Governor Kazuo Ueda's board made no changes, aligning with market expectations during this period of global policy uncertainty.

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Following its December 19-20 policy meeting, the Bank of Japan raised its rate to 0.75%, prompting yen fluctuations, sustained high inflation, bank rate adjustments, and measured government support amid U.S. tariff concerns and shunto wage prospects.

Bank of Japan raises policy rate to 0.75%

The Bank of Japan decided on December 19 to raise its short-term policy rate target from 0.5% to 0.75%, marking a 30-year high since 1995 and the first increase since January. The move anticipates wage hikes and aims to achieve the 2% inflation target amid elevated inflation and a weak yen.

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BOJ maintains policy rate at 0.75% amid Middle East uncertainty

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