After the Bank of Japan (BOJ) moved away from its negative interest rate policy, the yen fell to a 34-year low, nearing 152 against the dollar. This notable decline has led to speculation about government intervention and the possibility of an early rate hike to stabilize the currency. The yen’s swift drop, influenced by the […]
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