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Groundwork Is Set for BOJ Rate Hike Next Month, Ex-Official Says

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The Bank of Japan will probably raise its benchmark interest rate next month, validating widespread market speculation, and follow up with another increase as early as January, according to a former BOJ board member.

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Bloomberg Economics ·1h ago

Groundwork Is Set for BOJ Rate Hike Next Month, Ex-Official Says

The Bank of Japan will probably raise its benchmark interest rate next month, validating widespread market speculation, and follow up with another increase as early as January, according to a former BOJ board member.