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Bessent expects Japan to take action to boost yen, signals BOJ rate-hike chance

U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said he believes Japan's government and central bank will take action that leads to a stronger yen, CNBC reported on Monday, signaling a strong chance of a Bank of Japan interest rate hike in September.

Reported by Japan Times Aug 31, 2026 · 23:34 UTC

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