When is the Tokyo CPI in Japan and how might it influence USD/JPY?
The Consumer Price Index (CPI) for Tokyo saw a 2.5% increase in September, down slightly from 2.6% the previous month, as reported by the Japan Statistics Bureau on Friday. Moreover, the Tokyo CPI excluding fresh food experienced a steady rise of 2.5% year-on-year in August, maintaining the same figure from the previous month. However, for […]
USD/JPY climbs to a seven-week peak as attention turns to US PCE and Tokyo CPI
USD/JPY continues to rise for a second consecutive day, fueled by strong USD performance. US GDP has been adjusted to a growth rate of 3.8% for the second quarter, while weekly unemployment claims dipped to 218,000. Attention will soon shift to the US Core PCE and Tokyo CPI data releases on Friday. On Thursday, the […]
GBP/JPY drops close to 200.00 as investors await Tokyo CPI figures
The GBP/JPY currency pair is expected to dip to around 200.00 following the release of the Bank of Japan’s policy minutes from July. The minutes indicate the BOJ’s confidence in further tightening monetary policy soon. Megan Greene from the Bank of England cautions about rising inflation risks, recommending careful consideration before lowering interest rates. In […]
Today’s Forex Focus: SNB rate decision, US GDP, and Tokyo CPI inflation in Japan ahead
The US dollar saw a rise on Wednesday, leading to increased risk aversion across the market. Central banks globally are navigating through economies that are growing at different speeds, many of them combating a notable slowdown in economic activity. Simultaneously, persistent global inflation indicators remain high, complicating the effectiveness of several standard policy responses. The […]
Trump reduces tariffs on Japanese cars following trade agreement with Tokyo
Trump Reduces Tariffs on Japanese Cars President Trump announced a significant trade agreement on Thursday, which includes a reduction in tariffs on Japanese automobiles from 27.5% to 15%. This move is expected to ease pressure on major manufacturers like Toyota, Honda, and Nissan while concurrently opening up Japanese markets to American rice and agricultural products. […]
USD/JPY slips down before Tokyo CPI and US PCE inflation data.
The Japanese yen is expected to strengthen, potentially pushing USD/JPY below the significant level of 147.00. The US dollar faces pressure due to concerns regarding the Federal Reserve’s independence and uncertainties about its monetary policy outlook, compounded by unclear US GDP and employment data. Attention will turn to upcoming reports on PCE and Tokyo CPI, […]
Japanese Yen declines further from two-week peak against USD due to weaker Tokyo CPI.
After a lukewarm Tokyo CPI report, the Japanese Yen sees some selling pressure. Increased USD buying helped lift the USD/JPY pair. Positive sentiment around US trade agreements and BOJ rate hike expectations may curb JPY declines. The Japanese Yen (JPY) continues its retreat against the strong US Dollar (USD), pushing the USD/JPY pair into the […]
Brad Pitt and Ines de Ramon go shopping in Tokyo after his Los Angeles house was broken into by intruders
Brad Pitt Spotted Out After Home Burglary Brad Pitt was seen enjoying a relaxed date in Tokyo following a recent burglary at his Los Angeles residence. The actor, in town for the premiere of his film “F1,” went shopping alongside his girlfriend Ines de Ramon. He looked pretty casual in a collared grey shirt paired […]
Asia-Pacific FX news summary: Tokyo inflation decreases but stays significantly above the target
China’s industrial profits saw a decline of 1.1% year-over-year for the period from January to May 2025, a notable drop from the previous increase of 1.4%. In Japan, retail sales increased by 2.2% year-over-year, falling short of the expected 2.7% gain. The unemployment rate in Japan stands at 2.5%, aligning perfectly with forecasts. Tokyo’s consumer […]
Tokyo Man Following Stabbing Incident Near University
A man wielding a knife was arrested in Tokyo this week after expressing a desire to warn parents nationwide about the detrimental effects of strict parenting, stemming from his own difficult childhood, according to Japanese media. The 43-year-old faces attempted murder charges for allegedly attacking a man in his twenties on Wednesday at Todaimate Station, […]