As of noon on the 20th, the dollar/yen rate in the Tokyo foreign exchange market had moved toward yen strength, reaching around ¥158.44–¥158.44 per dollar. It had traded at ¥159.16–¥159.17 the previous day.
As of noon on the 20th, the dollar/yen rate stood at ¥158.44–¥158.44, representing a 72-sen yen gain against the dollar from the previous day. Trading in the market continues at this level.
The dollar/yen rate was ¥159.16–¥159.17 the previous day, and the yen's appreciation this time has been accompanied by intraday moves. The news reports sharp movements in foreign exchange while indicating that the market level continues to be monitored.