Japanese Yen Recovers Some Losses Against USD; Bullish Outlook Remains Intact

The Japanese yen (JPY) cut some of its intraday losses against the US dollar (USD) on Monday, bringing the USD/JPY pair back below the mid-155.00s during the early European session. The Bank of Japan’s (BoJ) Summary of Opinions showed conversations about the possibility of further hikes in interest rates. Furthermore, Tokyo’s core inflation increased at […]
Japanese Yen Maintains Strong Bullish Momentum; USD/JPY Struggles Below 154.50

The Japanese Yen (JPY) continues to strengthen in early European trading on Thursday, pushing USD/JPY further below 154.50 and closer to its one-month low from earlier this week. Market expectations that the Bank of Japan (BoJ) will hike interest rates again by year-end continue to support the JPY. Additionally, a fresh decline in US Treasury […]
USD/JPY Climbs Toward 156.00 as Japanese Yen Maintains Intraday Weakness
The Japanese Yen (JPY) weakens broadly during Wednesday’s Asian trading session, allowing the USD/JPY pair to extend its recovery from over a one-month low. A risk-on sentiment, reflected in positive equity market performance, undermines the safe-haven JPY. Additionally, a modest uptick in US Treasury bond yields supports the US Dollar (USD), further pressuring the lower-yielding […]
Japanese Yen Weakens Below 150.00 Against USD Amid Mixed Economic Signals

The Japanese Yen (JPY) continues to lose ground during Tuesday’s Asian session, with the USD/JPY pair climbing above the critical 150.00 psychological level. A combination of modest US Dollar (USD) strength and market dynamics is driving this movement, although speculation surrounding a potential interest rate hike by the Bank of Japan (BoJ) in December is […]
Japanese Yen Stabilizes Against USD Amid Mixed Market Signals

Japanese Yen Stabilizes Against USD Amid Mixed Market Signals The Japanese Yen (JPY) remains range-bound against the US Dollar (USD) on Friday, fluctuating between slight gains and losses in early European trading. Despite recent verbal intervention from Japanese authorities to support the JPY, skepticism around the Bank of Japan’s (BoJ) ability to implement further rate […]
Japanese Yen Hovers Near Daily Low Against USD, US Election Concerns Lend Support

Japanese Yen Hovers Near Daily Low Against USD, US Election Concerns Lend Support The Japanese Yen (JPY) holds steady, drifting further from a one-week low against the US Dollar (USD) touched on Monday, as expectations rise that Japan’s political landscape may complicate future rate hikes by the Bank of Japan (BoJ). However, BoJ Governor Kazuo […]
The Role of Technical Analysis in Trading Major Forex Pairs
The Role of Technical Analysis in Trading Major Forex Pairs In forex trading, a solid understanding of major currency pairs is key for traders. Pairs like EUR/USD, GBP/USD, USD/JPY, and USD/CHF are among the most actively traded and hold great significance. Due to their high volume, these pairs offer enhanced liquidity and market efficiency. To […]
Japanese Yen Recovery from Multi-Month Low Against USD Shows Limited Bullish Commitment
Japanese Yen Recovery from Multi-Month Low Against USD Shows Limited Bullish Commitment The Japanese Yen (JPY) has gained ground for a second consecutive day, rebounding from a recent multi-month low near 153.20 against the US Dollar (USD) reached earlier this week. This recovery follows verbal interventions by Japanese authorities, which have been instrumental in supporting […]
Japanese Yen Weakens Amid Fading Hopes for BoJ Rate Hikes, FOMC Minutes in Focus

Japanese Yen Weakens Amid Fading Hopes for BoJ Rate Hikes, FOMC Minutes in Focus The Japanese Yen (JPY) continued to drift lower against the US Dollar (USD) on Wednesday, approaching levels last seen in mid-August. Recent economic data from Japan revealed that real wages declined in August after two consecutive months of gains, while household […]
Japanese Yen Declines as US Dollar Strengthens Ahead of ADP Employment Report

Japanese Yen Declines as US Dollar Strengthens Ahead of ADP Employment Report The Japanese Yen (JPY) weakened against the US Dollar (USD) on Wednesday, as uncertainty grows around the possibility of future interest rate hikes by the Bank of Japan (BoJ). The BoJ’s Summary of Opinions from September’s Monetary Policy Meeting indicated no immediate plans […]
Bank of Japan Keeps Interest Rate Unchanged in September, As Expected

Bank of Japan Keeps Interest Rate Unchanged in September, As Expected On Friday, the Bank of Japan (BoJ) announced that it would maintain its short-term interest rate target between 0.15% and 0.25%, following a two-day monetary policy review. This decision aligned with market expectations. Back in July, the BoJ surprised markets by raising the policy […]
US Dollar Faces Continued Pressure as Market Focus Shifts to PMI Data

US Dollar Faces Continued Pressure as Market Focus Shifts to PMI Data After a brief recovery earlier in the day on Wednesday, the US Dollar Index reversed course during the American session, marking its fourth consecutive day of losses. As of Thursday’s European trading hours, all eyes are on the preliminary August PMI data from […]
Japanese Yen Strengthens Amid Hawkish BoJ Sentiment; US Data in Focus

Japanese Yen Strengthens Amid Hawkish BoJ Sentiment; US Data in Focus The Japanese Yen (JPY) rebounded against the US Dollar (USD) on Friday, likely bolstered by Japan’s strong second-quarter GDP growth, which fuels speculation about a potential interest rate hike from the Bank of Japan (BoJ). However, the Yen may face headwinds due to political […]
USD/JPY Bulls Cautious Near 159.00, Highest Since April Amid Intervention Fears

USD/JPY Bulls Cautious Near 159.00, Highest Since April Amid Intervention Fears The USD/JPY pair is trading within a narrow range during the Asian session on Friday, consolidating recent gains near the 159.00 mark, the highest level since late April. The pair’s fundamental backdrop supports prospects for further appreciation, although fears of intervention might limit the […]
Japanese Yen’s Downside Limited by Rising Producer Prices

Japanese Yen’s Downside Limited by Rising Producer Prices The Japanese Yen (JPY) extended its losing streak for the fourth consecutive session on Wednesday, with the USD/JPY pair strengthening as investors favored the US Dollar (USD) ahead of the Federal Reserve’s (Fed) decision and the release of US inflation figures for May, scheduled for later in […]
USD/JPY Nears 156.00 Amid Unchanged BoJ Bond Purchases

USD/JPY Nears 156.00 Amid Unchanged BoJ Bond Purchases During the Asian trading session on Friday, the USD/JPY pair climbed to a high of 155.90 as the Japanese Yen faced increased downward pressure. This market movement coincided with the Bank of Japan’s (BoJ) decision to maintain its current level of bond purchases, diverging from market expectations […]
USD/JPY Ends Three-Day Slide Above 153.50 as Yellen Warns on Currency Intervention

USD/JPY Ends Three-Day Slide Above 153.50 as Yellen Warns on Currency Intervention The USD/JPY pair staged a notable reversal during Monday’s Asian trading session, breaking a three-day losing streak. This upward movement was fueled by a modest recovery in the US Dollar (USD) and remarks made by US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen regarding potential Japanese […]
Top Currency Pairs to Trade for Beginners
Top Currency Pairs to Trade for Beginners Starting out in the Forex market can seem daunting, but choosing the right currency pairs can make it much simpler. For beginners, some pairs are more suitable because they are traded more often and are generally more stable. At Xtreme Markets, we always advise our clients to begin […]