On April 30, 2026, the Bank of Japan's Policy Board concluded with rate held at 0.75% by 6-3 vote. Three dissents amid Iran-conflict uncertainty. Combined with April 30 and May 7 intervention episodes, BoJ framework operating under substantial pressure.
Honest Limits
This Desk reads from publicly available historical and central bank communications. The 2026 references reflect data through early May 2026. None of this constitutes investment advice.
Sources
- Federal Reserve
- Bank of Japan
- European Central Bank
- BIS
- IMF Archives
- Plaza Accord — Wikipedia
- Nixon Shock — Wikipedia
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