BOJ Is Said to Be Leaning Toward a Quarter-Point Hike

The Bank of Japan is leaning toward raising its benchmark interest rate by a quarter point this month in response to upward price risks, while leaving open the possibility of accelerating the pace of hikes thereafter, according to people familiar with the matter. Bloomberg's Skylar Montgomery Koning has more.

Bloomberg Markets and Finance • 14 hours ago

Yen Intervention Could Bring Growth With Japan Opportunities ETF

The recent coordinated effort by U.S. and Japanese monetary authorities to prop up the sagging yen understandably rattled global markets. While critics claim that the positive effects of the US/Japan “salvation” effort were short-lived, Japanese equities aren't worse for wear.

ETF Trends • Aug 28, 2026

BOJ Deputy Gov. Himino Vows Inflation Vigilance as Rate-Hike Bets Mount

The overnight index swaps market is pricing in nearly a 90% chance of a rate increase at the upcoming Bank of Japan meeting.

WSJ • Aug 27, 2026

A New Growth Plane For Japanese Equities

Japanese equities have undergone one of the most significant re-ratings in the developed world - but the story is evolving. The early phase was about leaner balance sheets and better capital management.

Seeking Alpha • Aug 19, 2026

CIO Weekly: Japan - Intervention Adds To Policy Pressure

The rare, coordinated intervention by the U.S. and Japan last month to strengthen the yen caught markets by surprise, but it's important to separate currency mechanics from the investment case on the country. Interventions of this magnitude draw attention because the stakes extend beyond exchange rates.

Seeking Alpha • Aug 17, 2026

Nikkei 225 Index bullish flag forms as SoftBank, Kioxia, Nintendo stocks jump

The Nikkei 225 Index jumped sharply this week, reaching its highest level since July 6, and 15% above its lowest level this month. This rebound was driven by the ongoing technology stock gains as investors bought the recent dip.

Invezz • Aug 14, 2026

Despite the Weakening Yen, Japan's Stock Market Is Outperforming. Here's How to Invest.

A weakening yen has helped to boost the country's exports. Japan's dependence on foreign oil remains a risk, however.

The Motley Fool • Aug 12, 2026

Top Nikkei 225 Index catalysts this week: yen rescue, Softbank earnings and more

The Nikkei 225 Index retreated by over 1.52% on Monday as investors reacted to several events, including the Japanese yen rescue and the upcoming corporate earnings. It dropped to 63,390, down by 12.9% from its peak this year.

Invezz • Aug 3, 2026

BOJ holds rates at 1%, warns of underlying inflation exceeding 2% target

The decision comes as speculation continues to swirl around whether the Bank of Japan will hike rates at a faster pace.

CNBC • Jul 31, 2026

Nikkei 225, Kospi jolt Asian markets as AI rout and Fed fears collide

Asian stocks were mixed on Thursday as investors assessed the fallout from the AI sell-off, the Federal Reserve's rate outlook and renewed tensions in the Middle East. The MSCI Asia-Pacific gauge excluding Japan was little changed after swinging between gains and losses.

Invezz • Jul 30, 2026