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Forex1 min read
The Triple Whammy Undermining the Yen: Why USD/JPY Stays Above 159 Despite Hawkish BOJ Signals
The yen is under pressure from a wide US-Japan rate differential fuelling carry trades, Japan's expansionary fiscal policy, and an energy import shock — forces the BoJ's gradual tightening has so far failed to offset.
By Shanthi RexalineJun 4, 2026, 2:51 PM ET
Monetary Policy1 min read
The USD/JPY Pair Stays Stubbornly Above 160: Why Bank of Japan's June Hike Isn't Enough for Futures Traders
Despite the BOJ hiking to a 31-year high of 1%, the yen holds above 160 as negative real rates, wide Fed differentials, and Uchida's vague guidance keep carry trades firmly intact.
By Shanthi RexalineJun 16, 2026, 8:09 AM ET
Uncategorized1 min read
Gold Enters Bear Market Amid US-Iran War: What History Says Happens Next
Gold enters a bear market as rising yields and a stronger dollar outweigh geopolitics, with macro forces driving risks and future direction.
By Shanthi RexalineMar 23, 2026, 12:58 PM ET
Monetary Policy1 min read
Bank of Korea Holds Rate Steady But Signals Hawkish Pivot as Iran Oil Shock Stokes Global Inflation, Complicating Fed's Path to Rate Cuts
Korea's central bank held at 2.50% but shifted hawkishly, as Iran-driven oil prices spiked inflation, with rising commodity costs and supply-chain disruptions threatening global growth and monetary policy.
By Shanthi RexalineMay 28, 2026, 2:53 AM ET
Forex1 min read
Yen Logs Its Best Day Since 2022 on Intervention Speculation — What History Says Comes Next
Japan appears increasingly willing to defend the yen against excessive weakness, but lasting currency gains typically require support from narrower rate differentials, Fed easing, or coordinated global action.
By Shanthi RexalineMay 1, 2026, 10:00 AM ET
Monetary Policy1 min read
BoJ’s Hawkish Hold Exposes Central Bank Dilemma Amid US-Iran Conflict: Analysts React to Pause Decision
Economists warn supply-driven inflation from energy shocks complicates policy, with divided BoJ members, cautious guidance from Ueda, negative real rates persisting, and limited impact of near-term hikes on the yen.
By Shanthi RexalineApr 28, 2026, 9:34 AM ET
Monetary Policy1 min read
RBA Delivers Third Straight Hike of the Year as Iran War Stokes Inflation
Australia's central bank hiked its benchmark rate for a third straight month, bringing rates to near levels seen before the two cuts announced last year as Middle East conflict-driven energy prices pushed inflation to a three-year high.
By Shanthi RexalineMay 5, 2026, 12:40 AM ET
Monetary Policy1 min read
Yen Hits 40-Year Low, USD/JPY Breaches 162 as Tokyo's Warnings Fall Flat: What Happens Next?
USD/JPY breaches 162 for the first time since 1986 as widening rate differentials, Takaichi's $2.3 trillion fiscal package, and hedged Nikkei inflows pressure the yen despite Tokyo's verbal warnings.
By Shanthi RexalineJun 30, 2026, 7:44 AM ET
Monetary Policy1 min read
USD/JPY Stalls Below Key Level as Market Prices In Hawkish Shift Ahead of BoJ Rate Decision
Although the consensus is for a Bank of Japan pause, some voices on the Street do not rule out a preemptive strike to contain inflation expectations stemming from the U.S.-Iran conflict.
By Shanthi RexalineApr 27, 2026, 1:12 PM ET
Monetary Policy1 min read
ECB, BOJ Keep Rates Steady but Warn of ‘Uncertain’ Impact from Energy and LNG Disruptions Caused by the Unceasing Iran War
G10 central banks hold rates steady and issued cautious commentary, citing Iran war-driven energy shock risks, and the forex market showed muted reaction to the decisions.
By Shanthi RexalineMar 19, 2026, 12:29 PM ET
Forex1 min read
Yen on the Edge: As USD/JPY Holds 160, Markets Watch for Tokyo's Breaking Point
With USD/JPY back above 160 and $73 billion in intervention failing to hold, the yen's fate hinges on whether the BoJ's gradual hikes can meaningfully narrow a 290-basis-point rate gap.
By Shanthi RexalineJun 9, 2026, 12:37 PM ET
Growth1 min read
Japan Economy Defies Iran War's Energy Shock as Exports, Consumer Spending Come to the Rescue
The yen futures edged higher on the data, although the Japanese unit fell against the dollar in the cash market amid the broader dollar strength; But an economist braced for weaker growth ahead due to war impact.
By Shanthi RexalineMay 19, 2026, 1:47 AM ET