Bank of Japan raises policy rate by 25 basis points to 1.50% at December 18/19, 2026 meeting (confirmed by BOJ press release or Bloomberg by December 19, 2026, 10:00 JST)
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Published on 30. October 2026
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Predicted for 19. December 2026
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Based on: Historical Cycle
Markets price ~80% probability of a BOJ December hike as of October 30, 2026 (Bloomberg, Japan Times). 83% of surveyed economists expect a hike from 1.25% to 1.50%. The BOJ holds at today's October meeting as expected but sends hawkish December signals. Imported inflation pressure (JPY at 157.44) and a consistent quarterly tightening pace since 2024 underpin the forecast. Simultaneous expected Fed hike to 4.00–4.25% in December dampens JPY appreciation but does not negate the BOJ signal. Market pricing: Bloomberg implies ~80%.
Data basis for this prediction
- Bloomberg: 83 % der Volkswirte erwarten BOJ-Anhebung auf 1,50 % im Dezember 2026 (21.10.2026)
- Japan Times: Mehrheit der BOJ-Beobachter erwartet Dezember-Zinsschritt (22.10.2026)
- EBC Forex: Marktpricing ~80 % für BOJ-Dezember-Hike; Hold bei 1,25 % Oktober-Sitzung bestätigt (30.10.2026)
- USD/JPY Kassakurs: 157,44 (tradingeconomics.com, 30.10.2026)
Note: This is an AI-generated statistical forecast for entertainment and information purposes. It does not constitute investment advice or a recommendation to buy or sell any financial instrument.
Verdict: Pending
This prediction is still open. It will be evaluated automatically against real-world sources after its due date.
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