The Bank of Japan kicked off a global market selloff last time it raised interest rates. The likely rate increase this week will be less dramatic, but the real suspense lies in what comes next for the yen.

The Bank of Japan concludes its first policy meeting of the year on Friday with the outcome to be announced days after the inauguration of U.S. President Donald Trump. Here is a guide on what to expect and why the BOJ's rate review matters: WHEN DOES THE BOJ MEETING TAKE PLACE?

Japan’s biggest banks are nearing a key valuation level for the first time in almost a decade as investors bet that the Bank of Japan will raise interest rates on Friday and accelerate its normalisation of monetary policy.

The move would mark the central bank's first rate hike since July last year, when it increased rates to 0.25%.

The Bank of Japan is expected to raise interest rates on Friday barring any market shocks when U.S. President-elect Donald Trump takes office, a move that would lift short-term borrowing costs to levels unseen since the 2008 global financial crisis.

Bank of Japan is expected to hike rates, potentially causing market volatility, but it may be different due to market expectations and dovish narratives. Read what investors need to know.

The Bank of Japan is likely to raise rates at its January 24 meeting following recent supportive comments from BoJ governor Kazuo Ueda and deputy Ryozo Himino.

Japan's government is likely to submit a nominee on Jan. 28 to fill a seat on the central bank's board that opens up in March, three government and ruling party sources told Reuters.

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Outstanding bank lending in Japan stood at a record high of ¥605.8 trillion at the end of 2024, up 4.4% from a year before, according to industry data.

BOJ’s 0.25% rate hike led to a stronger Yen and higher gold prices. Find out why another hike could fuel more carry trade activity and gold gains.