JPY Analysis

JPY2/26/2026

AUD/JPY Price Forecast: Softens to near 111.00 but holds bullish momentum above 100-day EMA

The AUD/JPY pair trades around 111.15, influenced by hawkish comments from the Bank of Japan.

JPY2/20/2026

Japan flash PMIs rise in February; composite hits 53.8, exports surge

Japan's PMIs showed improvement across the board, signaling accelerating economic growth and rising business confidence.

JPY2/20/2026

Japan inflation slows to 1.5% in January, core measures ease. What will the BoJ think?

Japanese inflation cools to 1.5%, easing pressure on the BoJ amid mixed economic signals.

JPY2/18/2026

BOJ now paying the price for not hiking rates in a timely manner, says ex-policymaker

The BOJ is facing market pressure due to delayed interest rate hikes, according to a former policymaker.

JPY2/17/2026

Japan January exports surge much higher than expected

Japan's January exports surged significantly, especially to the EU and China.

JPY2/17/2026

IMF urges Japan to keep raising rates, warns against sales tax cuts

The IMF urges Japan to continue gradual rate hikes and warns against cutting the consumption tax.

JPY2/17/2026

GBP/JPY slides further below mid-208.00s amid notable JPY strength, ahead of UK jobs data

GBP/JPY slides below mid-208.00s as JPY strengthens ahead of UK job data.

JPY2/17/2026

BOJ likely to raise rates 25bp April, former board member says. Gradual move toward 1.25%

A former BOJ board member indicates that April is likely for the next rate hike.

JPY2/16/2026

Japan Q4 GDP rises just 0.2% annualised, misses forecasts & keeps BoJ on cautious path

Japan's GDP growth misses forecasts at just 0.2%, indicating a cautious path for the BoJ.

JPY2/13/2026

Japan's Katayama: Debt-to-GDP ratio is expected to drop further

Japan's Finance Minister hints at further reduction in debt-to-GDP ratio amid market stabilization.

JPY2/13/2026

Bank of Japan (BOJ) likely to avoid March rate hike, Japan PM adviser says

The article suggests that the Bank of Japan is unlikely to hike rates in March, indicating a gradual approach to monetary policy.

JPY2/10/2026

JPY: Policy risks and BoJ hike prospects – HSBC

HSBC analyzes the policy risks and the impact of potential BoJ hikes on JPY.

JPY2/9/2026

JPY: Takaichi victory fuels markets and policy shift – Danske Bank

Takaichi's victory drives markets, influences Yen.

JPY2/8/2026

Japan real wages fall again in December, clouding BoJ policy outlook

Japan's real wages have fallen again, complicating the BoJ's policy outlook.

JPY2/8/2026

Japanese PM Takaichi’s ruling LDP wins snap election by landslide

The LDP wins the snap election in Japan, indicating potential policy stability.

JPY2/6/2026

BoJ’s Masu says Japan has shifted into inflation as policy normalisation continues

Japan is transitioning into inflation as policy normalization continues, highlighting future outlooks.

JPY2/5/2026

JPY: Election impacts on economy and bonds – ING

Analysis of the impact of the upcoming Japanese election on the economy and the Yen.

JPY1/22/2026

Japan December 2025 Headline CPI 2.1% y/y (prior 2.9%)

Japan's CPI has decreased from the prior report, signaling inflation concerns as the BoJ hints at possible rate hikes.

JPY1/22/2026

Japan’s National CPI climbs 2.1% YoY in December, Core CPI rises as expected

Japan's CPI rose by 2.1% YoY in December, while core CPI increased as expected.

JPY1/22/2026

Japan trade data recap - exports rise again in December, but US demand drags

Japan’s exports rose for the fourth month in a row in December, but shipments to the US fell sharply.