The Japanese Yen experienced a decline following the Bank of Japan’s (BOJ) decision to hold steady its ultra-loose monetary policy. This move contrasted sharply with the actions of other major central banks, which are actively raising interest rates to curb rising inflation.
The BOJ’s commitment to its dovish stance has widened the policy gap between Japan and other economies, placing downward pressure on the Yen. Market participants anticipate that Japan will maintain its low-interest-rate environment for the foreseeable future.
Analysts suggest that the Yen’s weakness could persist as long as the BOJ remains an outlier in global monetary policy. The currency’s trajectory will likely depend on the BOJ’s future policy decisions and the evolving global economic landscape.