Japan issues sternest intervention warning, says yen deviating from fundamentals
World 17:10 23/12/2025TOKYO - Japan has a free hand in dealing with excessive moves in the yen, Finance Minister Satsuki Katayama said on Tuesday, issuing the strongest warning to date on Tokyo's readiness to intervene in the currency market to arrest sharp declines in the currency.
Asia shares extend gains, yen friendless as bonds buckle
World 16:12 22/12/2025Asian shares rose broadly on Monday tracking tech-driven gains on Wall Street, while the yen floundered near all-time lows against the euro and Swiss franc as higher interest rates piled pressure on Japanese government debt.
Yen resilient after earthquake hits Japan, Fed and RBA in view
World 14:03 09/12/2025The yen held steady in early Asian trading after a powerful 7.5-magnitude earthquake struck Japan's northeast overnight, adding to a risk-off mood ahead of several policy decisions from central banks including the Federal Reserve.
Japan policymaker wants stronger yen, says Tokyo shouldn't sell Treasuries
World 15:21 13/04/2025Japan must strengthen the yen, such as by helping boost the country's industrial competitiveness, as the currency's weakness has pushed up households' living costs, the ruling party's policy chief said on Sunday.
