While the stance of dovish committee members has softened, a December rate hike by the Bank of Japan remains uncertain. USD/JPY edged higher during Asian hours on 7 October and traded around 158.40.
While dovish committee members were said to have softened their stance, uncertainty remains over a December rate hike by the Bank of Japan. Market participants said they wanted to assess developments going forward.
USD/JPY rose slightly during Asian hours and is currently trading around 158.40. The latest signal from within the Bank of Japan is said to suggest the yen's medium-term direction.