Bank of Japan (BoJ) news

The Bank of Japan (BoJ) is the central bank of Japan. It conducts monetary policy to achieve price stability and financial system stability. The BoJ employs various tools, including quantitative easing and yield curve control, to influence economic activity and promote sustainable growth in Japan.

USD/JPY Forecast: Yen Strength Revival Below 149.00 Resistance

USD/JPY remains volatile amid shifting risk sentiment and BoJ policy signals. After testing 140.00 support in late April, the pair rebounded to 148.65 on 12 May, driven by optimism around US-China trade. However, weaker US dollar momentum and narrowing US- yield spreads have capped gains. BoJ’s less hawkish outlook and technical weakness below key resistance at 149.00 suggest downside risks remain for USD/JPY.

16-05-2025 08:50 GMT by Kelvin Wong

Yen posts sharp gains as PPI hit 4 percent

The yen has surged about 1% today after PPI rose by 4% in April. The Fed remains in a wait-and-see stance after US inflation rose slightly but was lower than expected.

14-05-2025 12:50 GMT by Kenneth Fisher