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Gulf Press > Business > Forex > Japanese Yen weakens as confusion grows over BoJ policy direction
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Japanese Yen weakens as confusion grows over BoJ policy direction

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Last updated: 2024/10/02 at 2:08 AM
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The Japanese Yen (JPY) saw a decline against the US Dollar (USD) as doubts arose regarding further interest rate hikes by the Bank of Japan (BoJ). The BoJ’s recent Summary of Opinions from September’s Monetary Policy Meeting indicated that there are no immediate plans for additional rate hikes and that the central bank will maintain its accommodative stance. However, adjustments may be made if economic conditions significantly improve. This uncertainty surrounding interest rate hikes has put pressure on the JPY and supported the USD/JPY pair.

Japan’s upcoming Prime Minister, Shigeru Ishiba, emphasized the importance of maintaining low borrowing costs in order to support the fragile economic recovery, further weighing on the Japanese Yen. In contrast, the US Dollar received support as traders adopted a cautious approach due to rising geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. This cautious sentiment in the market was also supported by the weaker-than-expected ISM Manufacturing PMI for September, which may have put downward pressure on the Greenback.

Looking ahead, the CME FedWatch Tool indicates a 63.1% probability of a 25 basis point rate cut by the Federal Reserve in November, with a 36.9% likelihood of a 50-basis-point cut. The tension in the Middle East escalated as Iran launched over 200 ballistic missiles at Israel, prompting threats of retaliation and increasing concerns about a broader conflict. Meanwhile, economic data from Japan, such as the Tankan Large Manufacturing Index and Unemployment Rate, remained steady and slightly better than market expectations.

In terms of monetary policy, Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell emphasized that the Fed is not in a rush to lower interest rates, suggesting that future rate changes will be more modest. St. Louis Federal Reserve President Alberto Musalem advocated for gradual rate cuts, acknowledging the possibility of the economy weakening beyond expectations. The BoJ’s recent Monetary Policy Meeting Minutes highlighted the importance of remaining vigilant regarding inflation risks and adjusting the level of monetary support accordingly.

From a technical analysis perspective, the USD/JPY pair remains above the 143.50 level, with the daily chart showing a bullish bias within an ascending channel pattern. The pair may encounter resistance near the upper boundary of the channel at 146.80, while immediate support lies at the nine-day Exponential Moving Average around 143.50. A break below this level could push the pair towards the 139.58 level.

In conclusion, the Japanese Yen faced downward pressure against the US Dollar due to uncertainties surrounding further interest rate hikes by the BoJ and the cautious market sentiment amid geopolitical tensions. The upcoming monetary policy decisions by central banks and geopolitical developments will likely continue to influence the currency markets. Investors will closely monitor economic data releases and central bank communication for further insights into the direction of the JPY and USD exchange rate.

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