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Gulf Press > Business > Forex > Japanese Yen rebounds as weaker US data supports expectations of Fed rate cuts this year
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Japanese Yen rebounds as weaker US data supports expectations of Fed rate cuts this year

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Last updated: 2024/07/04 at 4:07 AM
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The USD/JPY pair corrected from a 38-year high of 161.95, with the Nikkei 225 Index rising to nearly 40,700 points on Thursday, buoyed by gains seen on Wall Street. The US Dollar struggled as lackluster economic data raised expectations of Federal Reserve rate cuts in 2024. Traders are closely monitoring movements in the Japanese Yen and potential intervention by Japanese authorities to prevent excessive depreciation.

Rabobank FX strategists highlighted the significance of yield differentials in the USD/JPY outlook, suggesting that FX intervention could be imminent due to the weakness of the Japanese Yen. OCBC strategists also noted intervention expectations due to the strong USD/JPY, with speculation that authorities may monitor further depreciation before intervening. Lackluster economic data, including the US ISM Services PMI and ADP Employment report, have reinforced expectations of Fed rate cuts in 2024.

Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago President Austan Goolsbee stated that bringing inflation back to 2% will take time, emphasizing the need for more economic data. The Minutes from the Federal Reserve’s June 11-12 meeting suggested a wait-and-see approach, with monetary policy decisions being data-dependent. Japanese officials are considering introducing a new type of floating-rate bond to help investors mitigate risks from rising bond yields as they prepare for potential rate hikes by the Bank of Japan.

In technical analysis, USD/JPY hovers around 161.50 with a bullish bias, testing resistance near 162.10. Immediate support is observed around the nine-day Exponential Moving Average at 160.68, with a break below potentially weakening the bullish outlook. The Japanese Yen was the strongest against the Euro according to today’s percentage changes against major currencies.

The Japanese Yen’s value is influenced by various factors such as the Bank of Japan’s policy, the differential between Japanese and US bond yields, and risk sentiment among traders. The BoJ’s currency control mandates and ultra-loose monetary policy have led to policy divergence with other central banks, favoring the US Dollar against the Japanese Yen. The Japanese Yen is considered a safe-haven investment, attracting investors during times of market stress for its perceived reliability and stability.

In conclusion, the Japanese Yen’s movements against the US Dollar, influenced by economic data, central bank policies, and market sentiment, are closely monitored by traders and authorities. As expectations of Fed rate cuts rise and global economic conditions evolve, the dynamics of the USD/JPY pair will continue to be impacted by a range of factors. Investors and market participants should stay informed about these developments to navigate the currency markets effectively.

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