In the Tokyo market, the dollar-yen pair is believed to be maintaining its upward trend, while crude oil prices are reported to be expected to remain volatile.
The prevailing view is that the dollar-yen pair is maintaining its upward trend, although the short-term direction remains uncertain. Market participants are monitoring US interest-rate trends and developments in overseas markets.
Crude oil prices are said to remain volatile, with the possibility of sensitive reactions to supply trends and changes in demand being highlighted.