Bitcoin rises after Bank of Japan hikes interest rates to a 31-year high
The Bank of Japan raised interest rates to 1%, the highest level since 1995, citing inflation risks. While rate hikes are typically bearish, Bitcoin saw a slight increase due to the central bank's decision to pause bond tapering.
Why it matters
This move signals a shift in Japanese monetary policy that could have significant ripple effects on global financial markets and risk assets like cryptocurrency.
The decision hit the wires around 3:19 UTC on June 16. The BOJ lifted its policy rate by 25 basis points to 1% from 0.75%, the highest level since 1995. The move aligned with market expectations but included hawkish hints of further tightening alongside measures to ease market concerns.
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