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Bank of Japan Chief Again Signals Chance of Rate Hike Next Week
TOKYO—Bank of Japan Gov. Kazuo Ueda repeated his pledge to discuss an interest-rate increase next week, echoing recent comments that have revived market expectations for imminent policy action.