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Global Market: Bessent's BOJ comments raise expectations of September rate hike, spark independence concerns

US Treasury Secretary's comments boost expectations for a Bank of Japan rate hike. Market watchers anticipate a potential increase at the September policy meeting. This follows a joint currency intervention aimed at supporting the Japanese yen. The Bank of Japan faces increasing pressure to tighten monetary policy. Future meetings will…

The Economic Times

Scott Bessent Touts 'Strong Relationship' Between Trump, Takaichi as Reports Emerge Japan PM Asked BoJ to Buy Bonds

Japan’s Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi reportedly urged Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda during a meeting in May to purchase Japanese government bonds if necessary to curb rising long-term interest rates.

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Strength in Stocks and Lower Crude Prices Weigh on the Dollar

The dollar index (DXY00 ) fell by -0.03% on Tuesday. The dollar was under pressure Tuesday as hopes for a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz have boosted stocks and knocked crude oil prices sharply lower. The slide in crude oil prices lowers inflation expectations and could prompt the...

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Dollar Pressured by Strength in Stocks and Lower Crude Prices

The dollar index (DXY00 ) is down by -0.06% today. The dollar is under pressure today as hopes for a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz have boosted stocks and knocked crude oil prices sharply lower. The slide in crude oil prices lowers inflation expectations and could prompt the...

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Global Market: US-Japan coordinated yen intervention raises pressure on bears, but BOJ policy holds the key

The first coordinated US-Japan yen-buying intervention in 15 years has triggered a sharp rebound in the Japanese currency, squeezing bearish positions. However, analysts believe lasting gains will depend on the Bank of Japan backing the move with interest rate hikes, as the US-Japan yield gap remains the key driver of…

The Economic Times

Dollar Recovers on Strong ISM Manufacturing Index

The dollar index (DXY00 ) fell to a 7-week low on Monday and finished down by -0.02%. The dollar moved lower on Monday as easing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East boosted stocks and reduced safe-haven demand for the dollar. Also, Monday's -5% fall in WTI crude oil prices lowered...

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Yen holds gains after Japan, US confirm joint intervention, signal more action

Japan and the United States intervened jointly to support the Japanese yen currency. This rare action aimed to prevent further declines and global economic spillovers. Central bank data suggests Japan spent billions of dollars during the intervention. Officials vowed to take further coordinated action if needed to stabilize the yen.…

The Economic Times

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Dollar Pressured by Strong Stocks and Easing Geopolitical Risks

The dollar index (DXY00 ) fell to a 7-week low today and is down by -0.10%. Easing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East are boosting stocks and reducing safe-haven demand for the dollar. Also, today's -6% plunge in WTI crude oil prices lowers inflation expectations and could prompt the Fed...

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The US Just Intervened in Japan’s Markets. Why Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent Says the Yen Crisis Might Not Be Over – ‘We Will Not Hesitate’

Behind the joint yen rescue operation, from FIMA to euros, and what it means for the Treasury market, the carry trade, and more.

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Yen leaps, stocks and bonds drop as Japan confirms joint intervention with US

TOKYO - ‌The yen leapt on Monday, while stocks and bonds fell, after Tokyo confirmed a rare joint currency intervention with Washington to pull the Japanese currency off four-decade lows.

Bangkok Post

Dollar Finds Support on Higher T-Note Yields

The dollar index (DXY00 ) rose by +0.04% on Friday. The dollar recovered from a 6-week low on Friday and posted modest gains as higher T-note yields strengthened the dollar’s interest rate differentials. The dollar also found support on stronger-than-expected US economic news, including the Q2 employment cost index, the...

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Dollar Gains on Strength in US Economic Reports and Hawkish Logan

The dollar index (DXY00 ) is up by +0.46% today. The dollar is moving higher today, rebounding from Thursday's 6-week low. Higher T-note yields today have strengthened the dollar's interest rate differentials. T-note yields rose today on stronger-than-expected US economic news, including the Q2 employment cost index, the Jul MNI...

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Global Market: BOJ keeps rates unchanged, signals readiness for further hikes as yen remains under pressure

The Bank of Japan maintained its key interest rate at 1% on Friday. This decision followed government intervention to support the weakening Japanese yen. The central bank signaled potential future rate increases if inflation risks intensify. Its economic growth forecast for fiscal 2026 was upgraded in a quarterly report. Underlying…

The Economic Times

Yen weakens after intervention-led surge ahead of BOJ policy decision

The Japanese yen faced renewed pressure after Tokyo intervened in currency markets. The dollar gained as traders questioned the US Federal Reserve's inflation stance. Japan conducted yen-buying intervention, pulling the currency from four-decade lows. The Bank of Japan is expected to keep interest rates steady at one percent. Analysts anticipate…

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Global Market Today: Asian stocks rise on Korean rally, yen holds gains

Asian stocks advanced as chip shares revived artificial intelligence trade confidence. South Korea's Kospi Index surged over fourteen percent, rebounding strongly. Japan's shares also gained, lifting the regional MSCI Asia Pacific gauge. The yen held its gains after authorities intervened to support the nation's currency. Attention remains on the Bank…

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Dollar Sinks as the Yen Soars on Suspected Japanese Intervention

The dollar index (DXY00 ) tumbled to a 6-week low on Thursday and finished down by -0.99%. The dollar retreated on Thursday’s US economic news that showed Q2 GDP growing less than expected and the Jun core PCE prices index easing as expected, dovish factors for Fed policy. The dollar...

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Dollar Pressured as Yen Soars on Expected Japanese Intervention

The dollar index (DXY00 ) dropped to a 6-week low today and is down by -0.91%. The dollar is moving lower today on today's US economic news that showed Q2 GDP growing less than expected and the Jun core PCE prices index easing as expected, dovish factors for Fed policy....

The Economic Times

Global Market: BOJ may shift to inflation-fighting mode by December, says former official Watanabe

The Bank of Japan could switch to an aggressive inflation-fighting stance as early as December 2026, accelerating interest rate hikes to quarterly intervals, according to former BOJ official Tsutomu Watanabe. Rising underlying inflation and wage growth may force the central bank to abandon its current policy tolerance.

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Dollar Falls as FOMC Keeps Interest Rates Unchanged

The dollar index (DXY00 ) fell to a 1-week low on Wednesday and finished down by -0.48%. The dollar tumbled on Wednesday after the FOMC kept interest rates unchanged. The dollar moved higher briefly early on Wednesday after crude oil prices surged more than +6% when President Trump said the...

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Dollar Little Changed Ahead of FOMC Meeting Results

The dollar index (DXY00 ) is down by -0.02% today. The dollar recovered from overnight losses and is little changed after crude oil prices surged more than +6% when President Trump said the US will "hit Iran hard" after a recent attack from Iran that targeted a US base in...

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Dollar Slips as Crude Oil Prices and T-Note Yields Fall

The dollar index (DXY00 ) fell from a 1-month high on Tuesday, finishing down -0.14%. The dollar gave up an early advance on Tuesday and moved lower on an unexpected decline in July consumer confidence. Also, Tuesday’s -4% plunge in WTI crude oil to a 1-week low has lowered inflation...

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Dollar Turns Lower After US Consumer Confidence Unexpectedly Declines

The dollar index (DXY00 ) fell from a 1-month high today and is down by -0.04%. The dollar gave up an early advance today and moved slightly lower on an unexpected decline in July consumer confidence. Also, today’s -1% decline in WTI crude oil to a 1-week low has lowered...

The Economic Times

Global Market: Japan's 10-year bond yield climbs as fiscal concerns weigh on market ahead of BOJ meeting

Japan's 10-year government bond yield edged higher as uncertainty over funding for proposed food tax cuts weighed on investor sentiment. Markets are now focused on the Bank of Japan's policy meeting later this week for signals on future interest rate moves.

The Economic Times

Dollar hits one-month high on lingering chances of Fed hike

The US dollar reached a one-month high as traders considered a potential Federal Reserve rate hike. Falling oil prices offered some relief from inflation concerns, supporting the dollar's strength. Markets are now pricing in a higher chance of a rate increase this week. Other central banks like the Bank of…

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Dollar Gains on US Economic Strength

The dollar index (DXY00 ) rose by +0.06% on Monday. The dollar found support from Monday's US economic news, which showed that new capital goods nondefense, ex-aircraft and parts orders rose more than expected, a sign of economic strength. Some safe-haven demand also supports the dollar as President Trump has...

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