A: Hey there! 🌞 Did you catch the news today?
B: Nah, what's up? 🤔
A: Well, guess who didn't change their interest rate again? The Bank of Japan!
B: Oh yeah? When did they do that?
A: They met on Thursday, and after a two-day meeting, they said they're still targeting around 0.5% for the short-term rate.
B: That makes six times in a row, right?
A: Yup! And it looks like they're keeping an eye on things, especially those US tariff troubles.
B: Hmm...sounds like it could be tricky.
A: Definitely! Two of the board members even suggested raising rates, but for now, nothing's changing. 🤔
B: I see. Thanks for filling me in! 🤝 Keep me posted if you hear anything else! 😊
B: Nah, what's up? 🤔
A: Well, guess who didn't change their interest rate again? The Bank of Japan!
B: Oh yeah? When did they do that?
A: They met on Thursday, and after a two-day meeting, they said they're still targeting around 0.5% for the short-term rate.
B: That makes six times in a row, right?
A: Yup! And it looks like they're keeping an eye on things, especially those US tariff troubles.
B: Hmm...sounds like it could be tricky.
A: Definitely! Two of the board members even suggested raising rates, but for now, nothing's changing. 🤔
B: I see. Thanks for filling me in! 🤝 Keep me posted if you hear anything else! 😊
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Bank of Japan maintains short-term interest rate at 0.5%, marking the sixth consecutive meeting without change. The decision was made following a two-day meeting on Thursday, and members are monitoring US tariff issues. Two board members suggested a potential rate increase but no action has been
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URL: https://www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/news/20251030_B3/#conversation
Date: Oct. 30, 2025
Created: 2025/10/30 17:40
Updated: 2025/12/07 23:05
Last Read: 2025/10/30 21:22