The Japanese Yen (JPY) is weak, down 0.5% against the US Dollar (USD) and underperforming all of the G10 currencies as we head into Monday’s NA session, Scotiabank’s Chief FX Strategists Shaun Osborne and Eric Theoret report.
💡 DMK Insight
The Japanese Yen’s 0.5% dip against the USD signals deeper issues in Japan’s economic outlook. With JPY underperforming all G10 currencies, traders should consider the implications for carry trades and export-driven stocks. A weaker Yen could boost Japanese exports, but it also raises concerns about inflation and monetary policy shifts. Watch for any comments from the Bank of Japan, as their stance could further influence JPY’s trajectory. If the Yen continues to weaken, it might test key support levels, prompting a reevaluation of long positions in JPY pairs. Keep an eye on the USD/JPY pair for potential volatility, especially if it approaches recent highs, as that could trigger profit-taking or new positions from both retail and institutional traders.
📮 Takeaway
Monitor USD/JPY closely; a sustained break above recent highs could signal further weakness in the Yen, impacting related currency pairs and export stocks.






