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Japanese Yen appreciates sharply against the US dollar, touching 7-month highs and disrupting carry trades

⚡ Markets: A stronger yen tightens global financial conditions by unwinding carry trades, forcing repatriation of Japanese capital. Negative for Japanese exporters and equities (Nikkei), and can cause broad risk-off sentiment.USDJPYNikkei 225JPY

The Japanese Yen has surged, strengthening past the 153 level against the dollar, its strongest since February. The rapid move is putting pressure on global markets, particularly unwinding popular 'carry trades' and hitting profits for Japanese exporters.

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West MSMReuters — The yen's sudden surge is upsetting the carry trade faithful
Financial pressNikkei Asia — Yen appreciates sharply against the dollar, touching the 152 level
Financial pressNikkei Asia — Yen appreciates sharply against dollar, touching 153-level
Financial pressWall Street Journal — Dollar Falls as Yen Continues Its Strong Gains
RegionalJapan Times — Yen makes dash across ¥153, raising possibility that trend has turned
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