Caution is expected to spread across this week's markets over developments in the Middle East and earnings from US semiconductor companies, with the Nikkei 225 forecast to move sharply around ¥65,000. In foreign exchange, the yen is expected to trade at ¥157.50–¥160.50 per US dollar, while the yield on newly issued 10-year Japanese government bonds, a benchmark for long-term interest rates, is expected to remain in the 2.8% range.
This week's financial markets will focus on developments in the Middle East and earnings from US semiconductor companies.
The Nikkei 225 is likely to see wide swings around ¥65,000.
In the foreign exchange market, the yen is expected to trade at ¥157.50–¥160.50 per US dollar, while in the bond market, the yield on newly issued 10-year Japanese government bonds is likely to remain in the 2.8% range.
Financial markets are expected to remain focused on developments in response to these factors.