The Bank of Japan's 1% increase in the base interest rate is not simply a change in a number, but a symbolic move that marks the end of the era of ultra-low interest rates that has been maintained. Japan has taken out the card of austerity to overcome the double whammy of rising prices caused by risks from the Middle East and the weakening yen. The market is relieved that this decision will only be a short-term shock, but the Bank of Japan is not letting down its guard, leaving open the possibility of additional hikes within the year. Experts warn that this measure could be a trigger that could lead to the liquidation of the 'yen carry trade', and are closely watching the possibility of increased volatility in the global asset market.

However, the fear that Japan's interest rate hike will cause an immediate collapse of the global economy is somewhat exaggerated. This is because the interest rate gap with the United States is still widening by more than 2 percentage points, and the nature of Japanese capital's overseas investment has significantly changed from simple financial asset management in the past to direct investment. In other words, the structural feature that makes it difficult to immediately recover funds even when interest rates rise slightly serves as a safety valve to prevent a sudden collapse of the market. However, it is expected to put significant pressure on the Bank of Korea's monetary policy, and as the interest rate gap between Korea and Japan narrows, a sophisticated response to domestic lending rates and household debt burden has become urgent.

Meanwhile, as the odds of advancing to the postseason became slim, the Major League Baseball's San Francisco Giants went into so-called 'seller' mode, completely reorganizing the team's strength, and pulled out the sword of rebuilding. As the team's performance did not meet expectations, the decision was made to place key players, including highly paid players, on the trade market. This suggests that the club did not simply dismiss the current slump as a problem with a specific player, but judged that fundamental reform was needed across the entire force composition, including the starting lineup and bullpen. Fans are paying close attention to whether the club's bold decision will serve as a stepping stone for next season, or whether it will end in temporary confusion.

What is noteworthy is that even amidst such large-scale trade rumors, Lee Jeong-hoo remains firmly established as a key asset of the team. His young age, reasonable contract terms, and the hitting ability he has shown since returning from injury proves that he is more than just a promising player, but a key player who will carry the team's future. There are constant rumors of a transfer to other clubs, such as the New York Yankees, but internally, there appears to be a strong will to rebuild the team around him. Lee Jeong-hoo is expected to play a central role in the team's rebuilding process as a central axis of the new plan that San Francisco is currently pursuing.