45 stories tagged #Kazuo Ueda

  1. Yen Weakens to 160, Japan Issues Fresh Intervention Warning
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    Yen Weakens to 160, Japan Issues Fresh Intervention Warning

    The yen hits the key 160 level against the dollar amid renewed Middle East tensions, triggering verbal warnings from Japanese officials.

    17h ago 1 min read
  2. Japan’s Yen Defense Falters as BOJ Rate Hike Looms
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    Japan’s Yen Defense Falters as BOJ Rate Hike Looms

    Japan spent $73.6B to support the yen with limited success as the BOJ meeting June 15-16 approaches.

    2d ago 1 min read
  3. Bank of Japan Governor Ueda's Speech Awaited as Yen Holds Steady
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    Bank of Japan Governor Ueda's Speech Awaited as Yen Holds Steady

    The yen is in a holding pattern ahead of BOJ Governor Ueda's speech. A recent 6-3 rate decision split has prompted speculation about a potential hike.

    3d ago 1 min read
  4. BOJ May Slow Bond Taper as Market Strains Intensify
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    BOJ May Slow Bond Taper as Market Strains Intensify

    Japan's central bank faces pressure to ease its bond purchase reductions amid rising yields and fiscal concerns.

    2w ago 2 min read
  5. US Treasury Secretary Bessent Signals Yen Relief for Japan
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    US Treasury Secretary Bessent Signals Yen Relief for Japan

    Scott Bessent's visit to Tokyo eases currency tensions, opening door for BOJ rate hikes.

    3w ago 1 min read
  6. Bank of Japan Signals June Rate Hike Amid Inflation Risks
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    Bank of Japan Signals June Rate Hike Amid Inflation Risks

    The Bank of Japan effectively signals a June rate hike, balancing inflation concerns against potential economic downturns and geopolitical instability.

    last mo. 2 min read
  7. Fitch Warns of Further Bank of Japan Tightening Amid Persistent Inflation
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    Fitch Warns of Further Bank of Japan Tightening Amid Persistent Inflation

    Fitch Ratings signals potential Bank of Japan rate hikes due to sustained inflation, with minimal market expectation for a rate cut.

    last mo. 1 min read
  8. Bank of Japan Signals Potential Rate Hike Amid Inflation Fears
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    Bank of Japan Signals Potential Rate Hike Amid Inflation Fears

    Bank of Japan Governor Ueda highlights concerns over Middle East conflict's impact on inflation, signaling a possible interest rate hike in the near future.

    last mo. 2 min read