Bank of Japan Governor Ueda states that he will monitor foreign exchange fluctuations as the USD/JPY declines.
Bank of Japan Highlights Currency’s Role in Inflation Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda pointed out the increasing significance of foreign exchange rates in influencing inflation and economic policy. His remarks, while not a direct intervention, suggested a heightened awareness of how currency fluctuations are affecting pricing and the overall economy, which seemed to bolster […]
USD/JPY rises and targets 160 as aggressive Fed strengthens US Dollar
On Wednesday, the USD/JPY pair gained nearly 0.40% after the Federal Reserve decided to keep interest rates unchanged, suggesting there might be just one reduction in rates for 2026. As of now, USD/JPY is trading around 159.60, although the market remains quite volatile. Yen Weakens as Fed Signals Limited Easing During a press conference, Fed […]
Tokyo’s intervention is likely as USD/JPY approaches the 160 level.
Since the onset of the US-Iran conflict, Japan has faced a series of setbacks. The war in the Middle East has led to rising oil prices, which have not only disrupted supply to Japan’s economy but also complicated strategies for the Ministry of Finance (MOF) and the Bank of Japan (BOJ). In recent weeks, the […]
Technical analysis of EURUSD, GBPUSD, and USDJPY: Important levels as the USD shows mixed performance
Market Overview: US Dollar Movement The US dollar had a mixed opening today. The EURUSD and GBPUSD pairs have dipped, reflecting a stronger dollar. Meanwhile, USDJPY has also experienced declines as the dollar faces off against the yen. As we approach the North American session and the weekend, the spotlight is on whether these currency […]
USD/JPY Outlook: Approaches 200-SMA, 23.6% Fibo. around 155.75
The USD/JPY pair is experiencing a slight pullback from the recent high of 156.80 to 156.85, which was reached just a day ago. During Thursday’s Asian trading session, the price dropped to roughly 155.75. It seems that the two-day winning streak has come to a halt, and several factors appear to be at play here. […]
USD/JPY stabilizes around 156.00 after Trump’s State of the Union
The USD/JPY exchange rate experienced a pause in its upward movement and was sitting at approximately 155.90 during Asian trading hours on Wednesday. The currency pair is currently facing some downward pressure, primarily due to the persistent weakness of the US dollar (USD) following President Donald Trump’s inaugural State of the Union address of his […]
USD/JPY Price Forecast: Positive outlook strengthens above 155.00 support
US Dollar/Yen Trading Update The US dollar against the Japanese yen strengthened on Tuesday, following a general decline in the yen. This drop came after Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi voiced concerns during a meeting with Bank of Japan (BOJ) Governor Kazuo Ueda about the possibility of future interest rate hikes. Although the dollar managed to […]
Japanese yen rises due to trade-war concerns and a weak dollar affecting USD/JPY.
USD/JPY Pair Faces Decline Amid Market Shifts The USD/JPY currency pair has experienced a notable drop during Monday’s Asian session, managing to hold just above the 154.00 threshold before rebounding slightly. Currently, the price is around 154.35, reflecting a decrease of over 0.45% for the day, raising speculation that it might continue to slide further. […]
USDJPY likely to approach the intervention level as the Japanese Yen lacks positive drivers.
Basic overview USD: The US dollar is getting stronger against most major currencies, boosted by positive data released this week. Additionally, rising tensions between the US and Iran seem to be providing further support for the dollar. Currently, the market is anticipating about 57 basis points of easing by the end of the year. However, […]
USD/JPY Update for Today 18/02: US Dollar Trends
Created on February 18, 2026 There’s a lot happening around the 200-day EMA as the US dollar attempts to make a comeback. USD/JPY Once again, we’re seeing fluctuations in the US dollar against the Japanese yen. Market participants seem to be anticipating the core PCE inflation data due later this week, but it appears that […]