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Yen Gains After BOJ Hawk Leaves Door Open for Outsized Hike
Wednesday, September 2, 2026
Bank of Japan Board Member Hajime Takata said the central bank could pursue an outsized interest-rate increase and consecutive rate hikes, according to statements made on an unspecified date. The yen strengthened against the dollar following his remarks. Takata is one of nine voting members on the BOJ's policy board.
