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USD/JPY remains steady at 157.33 after BoJ's 0.25% rate hike.
The USD/JPY pair is trading at 157.33 following the Bank of Japan's (BoJ) 0.25% rate hike, bringing the key rate to 1.25%, the highest level in 31 years. Market participants had anticipated a more aggressive tightening approach, leading to a muted reaction in the currency pair. The Federal Reserve's higher interest rates compared to Japan continue to support the U.S. dollar against the yen.
Key points
- BoJ's 0.25% rate hike to 1.25% is the highest in 31 years.
- Market expectations for a more aggressive BoJ tightening were unmet.
- The Fed's higher interest rates continue to support USD/JPY.
Sources
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