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In a renewed warning, Japan's Finance Minister Katayama stated that Japan will respond appropriately to currency moves at any time, including decisive action as agreed in a joint statement with the US. Chief Cabinet Secretary Kihara reiterated that the government is always ready to take necessary action in the foreign exchange market. The statements come amid ongoing concerns over excessive yen volatility.
The Japanese yen is trading near multi-month lows against the dollar, prompting concern among policymakers in Tokyo. Data show the Bank of Japan conducted market interventions last year to support the yen but has refrained since early 2026. Traders are likely to focus on any additional remarks from BOJ officials for further hints of actual intervention.
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Sign InInvestors are closely watching the speech by BOJ Deputy Governor Himino scheduled for June 24, as well as Governor Ueda's speech later in the week, for any confirmation of intervention readiness. In the absence of actual measures, Tokyo's warnings may remain mere rhetoric, but they serve as a reminder that Japan stands ready to move at any moment to defend its currency.