Former U.S. President Donald Trump has made an unexpected demand for lower interest rates, deviating from his earlier "higher for longer" stance. This shift is causing ripples across global financial markets. The USD/JPY currency pair, which fell below 155.00, has now recovered above this level, partly influenced by Trump's new position.
The Bank of Japan (BoJ) recently raised its policy rate by 25 basis points, further impacting the currency markets. BoJ Governor Kazuo Ueda commented on the increasing influence of exchange rates on prices but refrained from committing to future rate hikes. His remarks contributed to the rebound of the USD/JPY pair.
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In addition to these developments, the preliminary reading of the HCOB Purchasing Managers Index for January from the Eurozone and Germany has captured market attention. This data is anticipated to offer further insights into economic trends and could influence trading strategies.
Meanwhile, gold prices have attracted fresh bids, continuing an upward trend that began over a month ago. This movement underscores the ongoing appeal of gold as a safe-haven asset amid financial uncertainties.