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Crypto Markets Gain Following Bank of Japan and Federal Reserve Rate Hikes
Bitcoin and Ether advanced despite central bank interest rate increases in both Japan and the United States, as yen carry trade unwinding failed to materialize.
The Bank of Japan raised its uncollateralised overnight call rate by 25 basis points to 1.25% on September 18, 2026, marking its highest benchmark rate in 31 years. The decision followed an earlier adjustment in June 2026 and came just two days after the US Federal Reserve increased its target range to between 3.75% and 4.00%.
Despite the back-to-back monetary policy tightenings, major digital assets posted solid gains. On the evening of September 18, Bitcoin rose 5.8% over 24 hours to trade around $80,978, while Ether climbed 6.5% to approximately $2,613. The market stability indicates that the rate adjustment did not trigger a sudden unwinding of yen-funded carry trade positions.
The Bank of Japan cited persistent consumer price inflation near its 2% target as the rationale for the move. According to Bloomberg, the central bank's policy board voted seven to two in favor of the increase, underscoring ongoing divergence in global monetary conditions.
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