TOKYO -- The Bank of Japan could see a net loss of up to 2 trillion yen ($12.7 billion) in fiscal 2027 or 2028 if it raises its short-term policy rate to 2%, according to the first estimate of its kind to be published by the central bank.
Red ink to reach peak by fiscal 2028, central bank estimates

The Bank of Japan held its benchmark interest rate at 0.25% during its most recent policy meeting in December. (Photo by Akira Kodaka)
TOKYO -- The Bank of Japan could see a net loss of up to 2 trillion yen ($12.7 billion) in fiscal 2027 or 2028 if it raises its short-term policy rate to 2%, according to the first estimate of its kind to be published by the central bank.