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Bank of Japan keeps rates steady as Trump tariffs cast a shadow over economic outlook

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Japan 's central bank kept its key policy rate steady at 0.5% at Wednesday 's conclusion of a two-day meeting.

Move comes as the Bank of Japan assesses the potential impact of U.S. President Donald Trump 's protectionist trade policies on its export-reliant economy.

The BOJ raised short-term rates from 0.25% in January , its highest level since 2008 .

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