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The Bank of Japan's Hardest Decision in Decades

Bloomberg Markets Thursday 17 September 2026, 02:36 UTC 1 min read
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The Bank of Japan is facing its toughest call in decades. With the yen sliding, volatility spiking and regional growth fragile, the stakes couldn't be higher. Anthony Stephens has more.

The Bank of Japan is facing its toughest call in decades. With the yen sliding, volatility spiking and regional growth fragile, the stakes couldn't be higher. Anthony Stephens has more. (Source: Bloomberg)
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