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USD/JPY Gains as Yen Weakens on BOJ

The USD/JPY pair experiences an increase as the Japanese Yen depreciates in response to the publication of Japan’s current account surplus figures. The OECD anticipates that the Bank of Japan will raise short-term policy rates to 2% by the conclusion of 2027. Recent US inflation data indicates that the Federal Reserve might keep interest rates … Read more

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USD/JPY Steady Above 160 as Fed Signals Hawkish Tone

The USD/JPY pair shows stability, hovering around 160.45 in the early European session on Thursday. The Federal Reserve has kept interest rates steady at 3.50%–3.75% on Wednesday, while market participants brace for the forthcoming US Q1 GDP and Core PCE data releases. Japan’s Katayama stated that authorities are ready to take significant actions in reaction … Read more

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USD/JPY Approaches 160.00 Before Fed Rate Decision

The USD/JPY pair experiences a modest increase on Wednesday, approaching the 159.75 level. The US Dollar continues to exhibit strength in cautious markets as participants await the Federal Reserve’s decision on interest rates. Japanese Finance Minister Katayama issued a warning of “decisive action” in response to speculative market maneuvers. The US Dollar nudges higher for … Read more

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USD/JPY Holds Near 159.50 as BoJ Decisions Loom

The USD/JPY holds firm at around 159.50 in the early hours of Monday’s Asian session. Market participants expect the Bank of Japan to keep its interest rates steady in the forthcoming meeting on Tuesday. The FOMC is anticipated to maintain the federal funds rate in the range of 3.50% to 3.75% at its upcoming meeting … Read more

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USD/JPY Soars to 160 as Yen Weakens Before BOJ Decision

The USD/JPY pair rose to 159.36 in the middle of the week, as the Japanese yen weakened for the second day in a row. The market is currently factoring in the Bank of Japan’s policy outlook in anticipation of next week’s meeting. The regulator is expected to maintain current rates as it assesses the economic … Read more

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USD/JPY Hovers at 159 Amid US-Iran Tensions and BoJ Uncertainty

USD/JPY shows resilience around the 159.00 mark during the early European session on Monday. Iran has issued a warning regarding potential retaliation following the US’s action in seizing the ship. BoJ’s Ueda refrained from suggesting an April rate hike; Japanese authorities remain vigilant regarding potential FX intervention. The USD/JPY pair is currently positioned in positive … Read more

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USD/JPY Surges on Oil Spike and U.S.-Iran Tensions

The USD/JPY experienced an increase, reaching 159.73 on Monday. The Japanese yen has depreciated for a third consecutive day, driven by a renewed increase in oil prices after the United States and Iran were unable to reach an agreement during discussions in Islamabad. The announcement by US President Donald Trump regarding plans to block the … Read more

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USD/JPY Holds Near 159.60 as Markets Await NFP Data

In Friday’s early Asian session, USD/JPY remains stable at 159.60. The US dollar is supported by ongoing tensions in the Middle East, but its rise may be limited by US tariff threats. BoJ officials cautioned that if Yen weakness continues, they might change policy. During Friday’s Asian trading hours, the USD/JPY pair is trading flat … Read more

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USD/JPY dips to 159.50 as intervention alerts rise

The USD/JPY pair retreats from levels exceeding 160.00 as the prospect of Bank of Japan intervention becomes increasingly imminent. The downside attempts of the UD Dollar are constrained, primarily due to apprehensions regarding a prolonged conflict in Iran. The remarks from Fed Chair Powell and the inflation data from Tokyo are expected to offer some … Read more

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USD/JPY Slips as Yen Firms Ahead of BoJ Decision

The USD/JPY pair is experiencing a decline, approaching the 159.70 mark during the Asian trading session on Thursday. The BoJ is anticipated to maintain its benchmark rate at the current level on Thursday. The Federal Reserve opted to maintain its overnight lending rate at its March meeting on Wednesday. The USD/JPY pair is currently positioned … Read more