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Bank of Japan will likely hike rates on December 18, 2025 meeting, causing a surge in the yen and losses for carry trades.
High confidence
FALSE
The Bank of Japan raised its short-term interest rate to 0.75% on December 19, 2025, but the yen did not surge; instead, it weakened slightly against the dollar. Consequently, carry trades did not experience an immediate 6% loss.
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Original claim
December 18th the Bank of Japan meets. 50% probability they hike again. If they do, the yen surges. Every carry trade loses another 6% instantly.
Verification history
False ✨
The Bank of Japan raised its short-term interest rate to 0.75% on December 19, 2025, but the yen did not surge; instead, it weakened slightly against the dollar. Consequently, carry trades did not experience an immediate 6% loss.