Japan2026-08-28 10:28:04Japan Spends Record $96.4 Billion in Single Month to Support YenJapan's Ministry of Finance reported a record ¥15.4 trillion (about $96.4 billion) in currency intervention from July 30 to August 26, after the yen slid to a 40-year low. The U.S. joined the coordinated action, and both finance chiefs signaled readiness to intervene again if needed.1020
yen2026-07-24 02:45:15Japan Yen Weakness Triggers Inflation Red Line, BOJ May Be Forced to Hike EarlierBOJ officials are increasingly concerned about the impact of yen weakness on inflation, potentially forcing an earlier rate hike. Sources say January meeting likely holds rates steady, but currency factors could change timing.160
Bitcoin2026-07-22 13:15:13Yen Plunges to 40-Year Low, Bitcoin Breaks Below $60K as Strategy Mulls $1B BTC SaleThe yen hit a 40-year low against the dollar, fueling risk-off sentiment and pushing Bitcoin below $60K. Strategy plans to sell up to $1 billion in Bitcoin to fund buybacks and dividends, conflicting with its 'never sell' gospel. Yen carry trade unwinding could roil markets.430
Yen2026-06-23 18:01:44Yen Approaches 40-Year Low: Why BOJ's Rate Hike to 1% Can't Stop the SlideThe yen is nearing its lowest level since 1986 despite the Bank of Japan raising its key rate to 1% (31-year high) and conducting a record ¥11.7 trillion intervention. The core issue lies in the widening US-Japan rate spread, crowded carry trades, and Japan's high debt limiting further hikes.480
