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news El Sudcaliforniano 2026-06-16

Bank of Japan Plans Highest Interest Rate Hike in 31 Years

To combat inflation driven by conflicts in the Middle East, the Bank of Japan is preparing to raise interest rates to 1.0%. This historic hike marks the highest interest rate level the country has seen since 1995. The decision comes despite the recent peace agreement announced between Washington and Tehran.


El Banco de Japón planea subir su tasa de interés al 1,0%, el nivel más alto en 31 años, para combatir la inflación derivada de la guerra en Oriente Medio, a pesar del acuerdo de paz entre Washington y Teherán

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