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USD/JPY Plummets as BoJ Eyes Interest Rate Hike

1/22/2025

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USD/JPY dropped to five-week lows, influenced by narrowing US-Japan yield spreads and potential tariffs.
The Bank of Japan is likely to increase interest rates to 0.5% on Friday, barring market shocks.
Analysts anticipate the BoJ will adjust price forecasts to achieve a sustainable 2% inflation target amid rising wages.
Key support for USD/JPY stands at 155.00, with resistance levels at 158.88, 160.23, and 161.95.

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Story summary

USD/JPY dropped to five-week lows, influenced by narrowing US-Japan yield spreads and potential tariffs.
The Bank of Japan is likely to increase interest rates to 0.5% on Friday, barring market shocks.
Analysts anticipate the BoJ will adjust price forecasts to achieve a sustainable 2% inflation target amid rising wages.
Key support for USD/JPY stands at 155.00, with resistance levels at 158.88, 160.23, and 161.95.