Bank of Japan Poised to Raise Rates in June as Energy-Driven Inflation Builds
The Bank of Japan is expected to increase its short-term policy rate to 1% at the two-day policy meeting ending June 16 unless a marked escalation in the Middle East conflict disrupts markets, three sources said. Rising fuel costs from the ongoing energy shock have intensified inflationary pressures, prompting hawkish signals from BOJ officials and…