Citigroup Sees Risk of Three BOJ Rate Hikes in 2026 on Weak Yen
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Citigroup predicts the Bank of Japan may raise interest rates three times in 2026, potentially doubling the current rate, due to the yen's persistent weakness.
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Bearish
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80%
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The Bank of Japan will potentially raise interest rates three times this year to double the current level if the yen’s weakness persists, according to Citigroup Inc.’s markets head for the country.
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Bloomberg
on January 20, 2026.
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