First Japan interest rate hike in 17 years as inflation wish comes true
The historic move is the first time the country's central bank has raised interest rates for 17 years. Source link
Stock market today: Asian shares are mixed after Bank of Japan ups key rate for 1st time in 17 years
Breadcrumb Trail LinksPMN BusinessAuthor of the article:The Associated Press Elaine KurtenbachPublished Mar 19, 2024 • 3 minute read Article contentBANGKOK (AP) — Shares were mixed…
Bank of Japan scraps negative interest rate in first hike in 17 years | Business and Economy
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Japan avoids recession after Q4 GDP revised upward to 0.4% growth
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