USD/JPY is drawing attention in Tokyo trading on the 2nd, with higher oil prices amid concerns about worsening tensions in the Middle East and rising long-term US Treasury yields cited as factors supporting the currency pair. USD/JPY is expected to remain firm.
USD/JPY is the focus of attention in the Tokyo foreign exchange market on the 2nd. Oil prices rose amid concerns about worsening tensions in the Middle East, while rising long-term US Treasury yields were also cited as a factor supporting the dollar.
The article says higher oil prices and rising US yields are expected to support a firm USD/JPY market. The outlook is expected to depend on oil prices and interest-rate trends.