Japan — Bank of Japan & HSBC

Japan — Bank of Japan: Signaled potential rate hikes, which could support the yen in the long term; its policy decisions are now under increased market scrutiny.

HSBC: Analysts noted the unusual nature of the U.S. selling euros and commented on the potential for further coordinated action.

Japan — Bank of Japan: The Japan — Bank of Japan's gradual pace of interest rate increases, despite a recent hike, is seen as insufficient to stem the Japan — Japanese yen's depreciation, and there are concerns about government pressure to limit further rate hikes.

HSBC: Analysts from HSBC Global Investment Research have commented on the Japan — Japanese yen's movement and anticipate further intervention from the Japan — Ministry of Finance (Japan).

Japan — Bank of Japan: Reportedly open to faster rate hikes, but yen remains weak; intervention risk high.

HSBC: Analysts predicted Japan may intervene again, but impact likely temporary.

Japan — Bank of Japan: The Japan — Bank of Japan is scheduled to have a rate-setting meeting next week, following the ECB's rate hike in response to inflation.

HSBC: HSBC predicted that the State Bank of India's measures may limit currency damage but still expects a significant balance of payments deficit for India.

Japan — Bank of Japan: The Japan — Bank of Japan is considering a hawkish shift to support the Japan — Japanese yen, which has been embattled by rising oil prices and global risk aversion.

HSBC: HSBC>>> warned that commodities are in a 'super-squeeze' that will worsen if the Strait of Hormuz>>> remains shut.

Japan — Bank of Japan: BOJ under pressure as yen weakens, but rate hike unlikely.

HSBC: HSBC raised Brent forecast, reflecting supply disruption.