Yen declines following weak growth data; dollar remains stable
This illustration shows yen and dollar bills for March 2023. The yen fell today, reversing some of last week’s strong gains on weak growth data, while the dollar firmed as recent inflation data confirmed the Federal Reserve’s view that it will cut interest rates this year. LONDON >> Today, the yen weakened due to disappointing […]
Asia-Pacific FX news summary: Yen weakened due to disappointing GDP figures
Japan’s bear market has shifted, showing optimism in the yen’s strength against currencies like the dollar, pound, and franc, with an 8% increase confirmed against the Swiss franc. Today at 5 PM Tokyo time, Japan’s Prime Minister and the Governor of the Bank of Japan, Ueda, are set to meet. Westpac is aiming for long-term […]
Japanese Yen sellers appear cautious; USD/JPY stays under 153.00
Market Update: USD/JPY Movement During the Asian trading session on Friday, the USD/JPY showed some signs of recovery, bouncing back from a two-week low around 152.30-152.25. Despite that, the currency pair seems to lack a clear upward momentum, currently trading below the 153.00 level due to mixed signals. There’s some optimism among investors that Japan’s […]
Safe-haven currencies may not be as reliable after a year of fluctuations. Here’s how the market is reevaluating the Swiss franc, dollar, and yen.
Banknotes of the Swiss Franc displayed in Lausanne, Switzerland, on December 23, 2025. Investors often list safe-haven currencies like the US dollar, the Swiss franc, or the Japanese yen. These currencies have historically been expected to hold their value during times of geopolitical or economic instability. Recently, however, these currencies have shown some volatility. The […]
Japanese Yen rises due to fresh verbal intervention
USD/JPY Decline and Yen Strengthening The USD/JPY currency pair has been on a downward trend for four days straight, trading around 152.90 during Thursday’s Asian session. This shift can be attributed to a strengthening of the Japanese Yen (JPY), sparked by new verbal intervention from the Japanese government. Jun Mimura, the deputy finance minister and […]
Dollar weakens before U.S. data, yen retains its gains after election
The dollar managed to stabilize on Tuesday, avoiding a slip ahead of upcoming economic data, while the yen remained robust following Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s decisive victory. On Tuesday, the U.S. dollar didn’t experience a significant drop as investors awaited key economic indicators that may influence interest rate directions. Meanwhile, the yen held its ground […]
Asia-Pacific FX news summary: Yen and Japanese stocks continue to rise
Market Overview US-India trade pact aims for a $500 billion purchasing target and includes tariff reductions. Reports indicate President Trump may roll back significant climate change research via extensive deregulation. The onshore yuan in China reached its highest level since May 10, 2023. Japan is hastily advancing its budget amid ongoing discussions around food tax […]
Japanese Yen falls to almost 157.50 as Takaichi’s party secures victory in snap elections
The USD/JPY currency pair saw some buying interest around 157.45 during early trading in Asia on Monday. Following Japan’s ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) clinching a majority in the lower house elections this past Sunday, the Japanese yen (JPY) has weakened against the US dollar (USD). This victory opens a pathway for further fiscal stimulus […]
Yen declines in early trading. Japanese markets prepare for renewed Takaichi trade following landslide victory.
Economic Shifts Following Takaichi’s Election Triumph Japan’s financial landscape is facing renewed challenges as Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi celebrated a decisive victory in the recent snap general election. Her win has breathed life into reflation trading and sent stock prices rising, even as the yen experiences significant pressure. In early trading hours, the yen showed […]
Dollar poised for its best week since November, yen stabilizes before elections
Dollar Stabilizes, Yen Strengthens Ahead of Election On Friday, the U.S. dollar stabilized close to a two-week high, while the yen gained value ahead of Sunday’s election. This comes after a sell-off in stocks raised concerns about spending on artificial intelligence. The dollar remained near a two-week peak and looked set for its best weekly […]