The USD/JPY pair is targeting a cycle high of 162.00 as policy divergence between the Fed and the BoJ persists. While markets anticipate a 'dovish hike' from the Bank of Japan, the Federal Reserve is expected to maintain steady rates while adjusting forward guidance to combat inflation. Geopolitical tensions and energy prices continue to support the US dollar, though sustained high interest rates may challenge the AI-driven market growth narrative.
