Bullish
EUR/JPY rises to 180.85 as ECB's Lagarde reaffirms inflation focus.
The EUR/JPY pair has strengthened, reaching 180.85, following European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde's reaffirmation of the ECB's commitment to combating inflation. This stance has bolstered the euro against the yen, despite the Bank of Japan's recent rate hike.
Key points
- ECB President Lagarde emphasizes ongoing efforts to control inflation, supporting the euro.
- The Bank of Japan's recent rate hike to 1.25% has had limited impact on the yen.
- Despite the BoJ's rate increase, the yen remains under pressure due to broader economic factors.
Sources
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