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Briefs: Japan’s central bank hikes key rate; SE Asia likely to outpace China’s growth; EDB, IETA launch alliance

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Briefs: Japan’s central bank hikes key rate; SE Asia likely to outpace China’s growth; EDB, IETA launch alliance
The Bank of Japan (BOJ) headquarters in Tokyo. BOJ raised its benchmark interest rate on July 31 and unveiled plans to halve bond purchases. Photo: Bloomberg
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It’s better to make adjustments as early as possible, even if only little by little.


–— Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda on the decision to raise rates for only the second time since 2007

Japan’s central bank hikes key rate hours before the Fed

The Bank of Japan (BOJ) raised its benchmark interest rate and unveiled plans to halve bond purchases, underscoring its determination to normalise monetary policy.

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