United States — Federal Reserve & Japan
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International
United States — Federal Reserve: The Fed's policy stance and potential rate hikes are key to the yen's outlook; the intervention may influence its decisions, but the Fed itself did not directly intervene.
Japan: Japan's currency was strengthened through coordinated intervention, improving its terms of trade and reducing import costs, but the long-term effect depends on monetary policy adjustments.
Jul 30, 2026 · 162 articles
Regulatory
United States — Federal Reserve: The Fed is the decision-maker on the FIMA facility expansion. It faces pressure to respond to Bessent's request while balancing balance sheet reduction goals and market stability.
Japan: Japan benefits from potential access to additional dollar funding for yen intervention without selling Treasuries. The joint intervention and FIMA expansion could help stabilize the yen, but effectiveness is uncertain.
Aug 04, 2026 · 6 articles
International
United States — Federal Reserve: Faces renewed pressure to hike rates as oil-driven inflation fears rise; July hike probability at 26%.
Japan: Yen weakness persists despite intervention warnings; U.S. Treasury urged BOJ rate hikes.
Jul 17, 2026 · 38 articles
Domestic
United States — Federal Reserve: The United States — Federal Reserve is now under less pressure to raise interest rates due to weaker-than-expected job growth and moderating inflation expectations, which is a relief for investors.
Japan: Japan issued warnings to currency markets and is closely monitoring movements, ready to support the Japan — Japanese yen.
Jul 02, 2026 · 27 articles
Business
United States — Federal Reserve: The United States — Federal Reserve's potential rate hikes are a major focus for markets, with traders pricing in at least one hike by year-end due to the strong US economy and persistent inflation.
Japan: Japan is facing concerns over its weakening Japan — Japanese yen and potential market intervention.
Apr 20, 2026 · 24 articles
International
United States — Federal Reserve: The United States — Federal Reserve>>>'s upcoming policy meeting and potential interest rate hike are central to the direction of the United States>>>. Market participants are closely watching US economic data to anticipate its next moves.
Japan: As an oil-importing country, Japan>>>'s currency, the Japan — Japanese yen>>>, is sensitive to developments in the Middle East. Its finance minister has indicated readiness to intervene in the currency market if the Japan — Japanese yen>>> weakens further.
Jun 02, 2026 · 7 articles
Domestic
United States — Federal Reserve: The Fed's steady rates with dissents for hikes influence the dollar-yen exchange rate and global monetary policy expectations, affecting the BOJ's decisions.
Japan: Japan's government intervened in forex to support the yen, and the country faces economic impacts from the weak yen and earthquake. The BOJ's policy affects the entire economy.
Jul 30, 2026 · 6 articles
Business
United States — Federal Reserve: The Fed faces pressure to hike rates to combat inflation, with communication under new Chair Kevin Warsh adding to market uncertainty.
Japan: Japan's bond yields hit multi-decade highs, and its reduced Treasury holdings add to US bond market pressure.
Aug 18, 2026 · 23 articles
International
United States — Federal Reserve: The United States — Federal Reserve is expected to raise interest rates due to a strong jobs report, impacting market sentiment and bond yields.
Japan: The Japanese government revised its economic growth rate downwards, indicating a slowdown in its economy.
Jun 07, 2026 · 12 articles
Business
United States — Federal Reserve: The Fed is expected to hold rates in September, which could support the dollar. Its policy stance influences yen-dollar dynamics.
Japan: Japan's intervention failed to provide lasting yen support, and authorities face pressure to act again. Political dynamics complicate BOJ policy.
Aug 11, 2026 · 7 articles
Business
United States — Federal Reserve: Likely to raise interest rates due to higher inflation from oil prices, affecting markets.
Japan: Imports almost all its oil, making it vulnerable to higher energy costs; Nikkei fell.
Aug 17, 2026 · 8 articles
International
United States — Federal Reserve: The United States — Federal Reserve's anticipated rate hikes this year have underpinned the United States's strength.
Japan: Japan is facing pressure to intervene in the foreign exchange market due to the weakening Japan — Japanese yen.
Apr 20, 2026 · 50 articles
Business
United States — Federal Reserve: Held rates steady but signaled uncertainty. Markets pricing in a possible September hike.
Japan: Intervened in currency markets to support the yen. BOJ held rates.
Jul 14, 2026 · 280 articles
International
United States — Federal Reserve: The United States — Federal Reserve is under pressure to raise interest rates due to persistent inflation driven by the Iran war, though it is currently expected to hold rates steady.
Japan: Japan's economy is affected by the Iran war, with its stock market experiencing volatility and firms reporting sharp rises in input costs due to higher raw material prices.
May 05, 2026 · 374 articles
Business
United States — Federal Reserve: Inflation concerns, partly driven by high oil prices, reduce the chances of the United States — Federal Reserve cutting rates this year and raise risks of rate hikes in 2026, impacting bond yields and overall market sentiment.
Japan: Japan's Nikkei 225 index saw substantial gains, supported by tech-related shares and positive economic indicators like manufacturing PMI and export data, reflecting a healthy market performance.
May 20, 2026 · 72 articles
Domestic
United States — Federal Reserve: Monetary policy authority facing pressure to address inflation and long-term yields. The Treasury's intervention complicated its policy signaling, with markets awaiting clarity from Chair Warsh.
Japan: Japanese bond yields also rose to multi-decade highs, and the yen strengthened on inflation data, supporting BOJ rate hike expectations.
Aug 19, 2026 · 127 articles
Business
United States — Federal Reserve: The Fed is holding rates steady, with markets pricing a 54% chance of a September hike.
Japan: Japan and the US launched a rare joint yen-buying intervention to support the currency.
Aug 06, 2026 · 37 articles
Business
United States — Federal Reserve: The United States — Federal Reserve faces constraints on monetary policy due to debt-servicing pressures, which supports gold as an investment.
Japan: Japan's fiscal issues are cited as contributing to the bullish gold environment, though specifics are not detailed.
Aug 21, 2026 · 7 articles
International
United States — Federal Reserve: The United States — Federal Reserve is expected to raise interest rates due to strong US payrolls and surging inflation, impacting bond markets and investor expectations.
Japan: Japan's Nikkei firmed 0.3-0.9% after losing 3.9% in the previous session, indicating a partial recovery.
Jun 09, 2026 · 8 articles
International
United States — Federal Reserve: The Fed faces pressure to raise rates due to oil-driven inflation; Fed Governor Christopher hinted at near-term hikes, impacting bond yields.
Japan: Japan's Nikkei fell 1.9% and the yen weakened; the government has no immediate plan to change GPIF allocations, affecting currency markets.
Apr 20, 2026 · 304 articles
International
United States — Federal Reserve: Markets price two rate hikes by January as inflation persists above target; the Fed faces stagflation risks.
Japan: Japan faces high energy import costs due to a weak yen and record import values, driving inflation.
Jul 24, 2026 · 6 articles
Business
United States — Federal Reserve: The Fed faces pressure to hike rates due to rising inflation, with new chairman Kevin Warsh expected to provide limited guidance.
Japan: Japan's economy grew slower than expected, but its stock market rose, reflecting mixed signals.
Aug 17, 2026 · 6 articles
Business
United States — Federal Reserve: Dovish remarks from the United States — Federal Reserve Chair reinforced expectations of moderating inflation and a supportive global rate environment, boosting investor sentiment.
Japan: Optimism surrounding the India-Japan Summit, with anticipated deals on trade, defence, semiconductors, AI cooperation, and a proposed rupee-yen settlement framework, positively influenced Indian market sentiment.
Jun 12, 2026 · 52 articles
International
United States — Federal Reserve: The United States — Federal Reserve's reaction to inflation data, influenced by higher energy prices from the US-Iran conflict, will determine interest rate policies, impacting US growth.
Japan: Japan, as a major oil importer, is significantly affected by the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, as most of its oil imports pass through this waterway.
May 19, 2026 · 229 articles
Business
United States — Federal Reserve: Expected to keep rates steady next week but may hike later; new Chair Kevin Warsh.
Japan: Nikkei fell sharply; yen at 40-year low.
Apr 20, 2026 · 344 articles
International
United States — Federal Reserve: The United States — Federal Reserve is assessing the outlook for its policy actions, with some members dissenting on interest rate decisions due to fears of inflation caused by surging energy costs from the blockade.
Japan: Japan, heavily reliant on energy from the Gulf, has been particularly impacted by the conflict. The potential peace deal and reopening of the Strait of Hormuz are expected to benefit its economy.
May 02, 2026 · 472 articles
Business
United States — Federal Reserve: Expectations of the United States — Federal Reserve keeping interest rates unchanged due to softer US labor market data positively influenced market sentiment.
Japan: Positive outcomes from the India-Japan Summit contributed to lifted sentiment in domestic markets.
Jul 03, 2026 · 7 articles
Business
United States — Federal Reserve: An appearance by United States — Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh is anticipated, which could influence market moves, particularly regarding the United States.
Japan: Japan's stock market, represented by the Nikkei 225, is performing strongly, but its currency, the Japan — Japanese yen, is at a four-decade low, prompting potential intervention.
Apr 20, 2026 · 12 articles
International
United States — Federal Reserve: Expected to maintain hawkish stance due to inflation from oil prices.
Japan: Nikkei 225 declined over 4% amid global risk-off sentiment.
Jul 06, 2026 · 105 articles
Domestic
United States — Federal Reserve: Receding expectations of a rate increase from the Fed offset safe-haven gains for the dollar.
Japan: Japan's government announced measures to encourage pension funds to invest domestically, aiming to support the yen and financial markets.
Jul 10, 2026 · 6 articles
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