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The Bank of Japan (BOJ), led by Governor Kazuo Ueda, pledged to boost JGB purchases to stabilize long-term rates after the 10-year yield hit 1.917%—a 30-year high—amid speculation of a December rate hike to 0.75%. This follows the end of ultra-loose policy in 2024 and a January 2025 rate rise to 0.5%. The yen strengthened slightly, but challenges like inflation and fiscal expansion persist. The December 18–19 meeting will be key.