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Japanese Yen

The Japanese yen (JPY) is Japan’s official currency and is issued by the Bank of Japan. It is widely used in global foreign exchange markets and is considered a safe-haven currency during periods of economic uncertainty. The yen plays a significant role in international trade and investment, influencing exchange rates, monetary policy, and global capital flows.

Yen Suffers Worst Day In 2026 Despite BoJ Hiking Rates To 31-Year High: Here's Why
Yen Suffers Worst Day In 2026 Despite BoJ Hiking Rates To 31-Year High: Here's Why
Greg Abel Dismisses Rising Bond Yields as 'Relatively Modest,' Berkshire Hathaway Eyes Bigger Stakes in Japan's Trading Houses: Report
Greg Abel Dismisses Rising Bond Yields as 'Relatively Modest,' Berkshire Hathaway Eyes Bigger Stakes in Japan's Trading Houses: Report
Scott Bessent Calls Japan's BOJ Governor His 'Longtime Friend,' But Peter Schiff Sees a 'Huge Problem' on The Horizon
Scott Bessent Calls Japan's BOJ Governor His 'Longtime Friend,' But Peter Schiff Sees a 'Huge Problem' on The Horizon
Greg Abel Dismisses Rising Bond Yields as 'Relatively Modest,' Berkshire Hathaway Eyes Bigger Stakes in Japan's Trading Houses: Report
Greg Abel Dismisses Rising Bond Yields as 'Relatively Modest,' Berkshire Hathaway Eyes Bigger Stakes in Japan's Trading Houses: Report
Scott Bessent Calls Japan's BOJ Governor His 'Longtime Friend,' But Peter Schiff Sees a 'Huge Problem' on The Horizon
Scott Bessent Calls Japan's BOJ Governor His 'Longtime Friend,' But Peter Schiff Sees a 'Huge Problem' on The Horizon
Scott Bessent Says He Has ‘Information the Market Doesn’t’ on Japan — Hours Later, Tokyo's 10-Year Yield Hits 30-Year High
Scott Bessent Says He Has ‘Information the Market Doesn’t’ on Japan — Hours Later, Tokyo's 10-Year Yield Hits 30-Year High
China Slashes US Treasury Holdings to 18-Year Low as 30-Year Treasury Yield Hits 19-Year High
China Slashes US Treasury Holdings to 18-Year Low as 30-Year Treasury Yield Hits 19-Year High

Japanese Yen Recent News

Scott Bessent Says America 'Delivers' for 'Trusted Partners' as US, Japan Confirm Joint Yen Intervention: Economist Says Goal Is to 'Buy Time'
Scott Bessent Says America 'Delivers' for 'Trusted Partners' as US, Japan Confirm Joint Yen Intervention: Economist Says Goal Is to 'Buy Time'
The U.S. joins Japan in coordinated yen buying as both governments vow to intervene again if market volatility persists.
Scott Bessent's Notepad Was Accidentally Photographed At Camp David— and It Shows a Plan to Buy Up To $10 Billion in Japanese Yen
Scott Bessent's Notepad Was Accidentally Photographed At Camp David— and It Shows a Plan to Buy Up To $10 Billion in Japanese Yen
Scott Bessent's notepad reportedly referenced a potential $5-$10 billion Japanese yen purchase amid intervention speculation.
Peter Schiff Warns Japan Could Be the Pin That Pricks an 'Even Bigger' US Bubble
Peter Schiff Warns Japan Could Be the Pin That Pricks an 'Even Bigger' US Bubble
Peter Schiff warns Japan's debt crisis could trigger the next global meltdown as the "pin that pricks our bubble."
Japan's Record Bond Yields Put Yen Carry Trade Back in Focus: Could This Spark Fresh Trouble For US Markets?
Japan's Record Bond Yields Put Yen Carry Trade Back in Focus: Could This Spark Fresh Trouble For US Markets?
Japan’s 30-year treasury yields touched their highest level on record, at 3.52% on Tuesday night, a 48-basis-point increase since November, sparking concerns of potential fallout across the U.S. and global markets.
Japanese Yen Surges To 7-Month Highs, Expects Best Year Since 2010 As Safe-Haven Stampede Intensifies
Japanese Yen Surges To 7-Month Highs, Expects Best Year Since 2010 As Safe-Haven Stampede Intensifies
Japanese yen emerges as a stealth winner amidst tariff fears, central bank politicization, and a weakening US economy, rallying 12% this year.
Short The Dollar, Back The Yen: Analyst Offers Strategy As 'Breadth Of Tariffs Increase Recession Risks'
Short The Dollar, Back The Yen: Analyst Offers Strategy As 'Breadth Of Tariffs Increase Recession Risks'
JPMorgan's Chandan bets on yen amid U.S. growth slowdown and inflation. USD losing appeal as investors turn to defensive currencies. Stay short USD/JPY and go long EUR/JPY, NZD/JPY, CHF/JPY with FXY, DOG, FXE.
Dollar Dips As Fed Holds Line, But JPMorgan Says Floor Is Near
Dollar Dips As Fed Holds Line, But JPMorgan Says Floor Is Near
U.S. dollar drops due to Fed's indifference to inflation, but JPMorgan analyst says the de-risking cycle is ending. Yen rally may be short-lived.
Wall Street Takes Roller Coaster Ride As Economic Data Shifts; Mortgage Rates Decline; Trump Pressures Fed On Rate Cuts: This Week In The Markets
Wall Street Takes Roller Coaster Ride As Economic Data Shifts; Mortgage Rates Decline; Trump Pressures Fed On Rate Cuts: This Week In The Markets
Wall Street panics on fears of recession after weak jobs report, but recovers on strong service sector growth and Bank of Japan's dovish stance
Traders Resume Yen-Dollar Carry Trade As Bank of Japan Pledges No Rate Hikes During Market Volatility
Traders Resume Yen-Dollar Carry Trade As Bank of Japan Pledges No Rate Hikes During Market Volatility
Traders return on yen-dollar carry trade as Bank of Japan signals no interest rate hikes if markets are volatile.
Amazon Prime And YouTube Premium Linked To Japan's Rising 'Digital Deficit,' Putting Pressure On Yen, Say Experts
Amazon Prime And YouTube Premium Linked To Japan's Rising 'Digital Deficit,' Putting Pressure On Yen, Say Experts
Experts suggest that the digital deficit is a major factor dragging down Japan's services trade balance.
Yen Plummets To 160 Against Dollar, Lowest Since December 1986: Is Bank Of Japan Intervention Imminent?
Yen Plummets To 160 Against Dollar, Lowest Since December 1986: Is Bank Of Japan Intervention Imminent?
The Japanese yen has reached 36-year lows against the dollar, depreciating by a third in 3 years due to interest rate divergence. Bank of Japan may reduce bond purchases in July after spending $61.3 billion on intervention. Traders may be testing BoJ's resilience in allowing debt to grow unchecked.
The Japanese Yen Fell To A Six-Week Low After The Bank Of Japan Ended Its Meeting
The Japanese Yen Fell To A Six-Week Low After The Bank Of Japan Ended Its Meeting
By RoboForex Analytical Department
JPY Has Sharply Strengthened
JPY Has Sharply Strengthened
By RoboForex Analytical Department
Yellen Calls For Fair Trade With China, Urges Other Central Banks To Limit Currency Interventions
Yellen Calls For Fair Trade With China, Urges Other Central Banks To Limit Currency Interventions
Janet Yellen emphasizes U.S. role in critical industries and reducing reliance on China. Supports Biden's budget proposals for economic growth and fair taxation.
The US Dollar Climbs Beyond Expectations Against The Yen Unveiling A Vulnerable Japanese Economy Amid Historic Currency Fluctuations
The US Dollar Climbs Beyond Expectations Against The Yen Unveiling A Vulnerable Japanese Economy Amid Historic Currency Fluctuations
The US dollar is placing the Japanese Yen in a vulnerable position, prompting potential intervention from the Bank of Japan. The continuous depreciation of the yen may lead the Bank of Japan to consider raising interest rates.
The Dollar's Rise And Yen's Fall Could Create Opportunities For Investors To Capitilize
The Dollar's Rise And Yen's Fall Could Create Opportunities For Investors To Capitilize
The US Dollar Index experienced a drop of 0.33% on Wednesday, following Israeli strikes. The dollar has shown a significant recovery this year with a 4.8% increase. The USD/JPY pair surpassed its 2023 high, achieving a 2% increase in April.
Japanese Yen Awaits Intervention Amid Weakness
Japanese Yen Awaits Intervention Amid Weakness
By RoboForex Analytical Department
Yen Weakens Despite Japan's Deflation Exit
Yen Weakens Despite Japan's Deflation Exit
By RoboForex Analytical Department The USD/JPY pair is rising, reaching 148.28 on Friday. The US dollar is strengthening across the market following the release of US retail sales data.
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