Bank of Japan rate increase a ’done deal,’ course ahead uncertain

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The Bank of Japan is set to increase its interest rates to 1% due to inflation and a weak yen, although further currency market interventions remain possible. The central bank's rate hike is considered inevitable but the future course of action is uncertain.

Inflation and a weak yen have made the jump to 1% a necessity, though another intervention in the currency market is still a possibility.