[It is reported that the Bank of Japan is inclined not to raise interest rates in April but will maintain a tightening stance] Jin10 Data, April 21—According to informed sources, given the uncertainties brought by the Iran war, the Bank of Japan may keep interest rates unchanged next week. However, officials remain determined to increase borrowing costs in the near future. As the financial environment remains accommodative, the bank may stick to its stance that the benchmark interest rate must continue to rise as long as conditions permit, even if the April 28 decision keeps the overnight rate at 0.75%. These sources stated that this would increase the likelihood of action in June, provided economic conditions remain stable. Some officials are still inclined to raise interest rates at the upcoming meeting, as they anticipate geopolitical shocks will drive up prices. According to another report earlier this month, the Bank of Japan is also considering significantly raising its inflation forecast during this meeting. These officials added that they will closely monitor the U.S.-Iran conflict until the last moment before making a final policy decision.