Asia Market Movers | Japan signals readiness for FX intervention. Yen weakened past 160, has since had a bounce

Monday, 30 Mar, 2026 Central Banks Japan signals readiness for FX intervention. Yen weakened past 160, has since had a bounce Japan has signalled a higher likelihood of FX intervention, with Mimura's use of "decisive" marking a clear escalation in rhetoric. Combined with Ueda's earlier comments, authorities are showing incre Central Banks Bank of Japan Governor Ueda says will closely watch FX moves (USD/JPY drops) BoJ Governor Ueda emphasised the growing impact of FX on inflation and policy, reinforcing that currency moves are now a key input into decision-making. While not verbal intervention, the comments sup Learn more Commodities After Tehran had weekend blackouts (strike hits) Trump ups the ante: wants Iran's oil I posted the news from the FT here: Trump says US could take the oil in Iran (via Financial Times) In summary: U.S. President Donald Trump signalled a mix of escalation risk and cautious optimism on d Commodities Trump says negotiations with Iran going extremely well, might get a deal soon, or not Trump said U.S.-Iran talks are progressing well and could deliver a deal soon, while noting uncertainty remains. He also flagged the potential reopening of limited oil flows through Hormuz, signalling Central Banks BoJ leans toward further hikes but flags oil-driven stagflation risks The BoJ Summary of Opinions points to a continued tightening bias, with policymakers open to further rate hikes if conditions allow. However, Middle East risks and rising oil prices are prompting caut Commodities Trump says US could take the oil in Iran (via Financial Times) Via Reuters: Trump says US could 'take the oil in Iran' – FT Trump says US could seize the export hub of Kharg Island – FT Trump says number of Pakistan-flagged oil tankers Iran had permitted through News Bond managers warn markets underestimate growth risks from Iran war Bond giants see growth shock ahead as markets fixate on inflation Summary: Major bond managers warn markets are underestimating growth risks from the U.S.–Iran war, according to Bloomberg. Oil above $ Central Banks Villeroy says ECB ready to act, but too early to discuss timing of any rate hike BdF's Villeroy says ECB ready to act, but too early to discuss timing of any rate hike European Central Bank's François Villeroy says policymakers are ready to act if energy-driven inflation broadens. Learn more Forex USD is higher at the start of the new week The Friday plummet in 'risk' is extending in early Asia trade. The higher USD (a little higher) was noticeable earlier and that's carrying on.

News Analysis Education Find a Broker Connect with us on your favorite social network This email was sent to << Test Email Address >> Why did I get this? Unsubscribe from this list Update subscription preferences Finance Magnates CY Limited 11 Apostolou Andrea Hyper Tower 3rd floor Mesa Geitonia, Limassol 4007, Cyprus investingLive is not an investment advisor, investingLive provides references and links to selected news, blogs and other sources of economic and market information for informational purposes and as an educational service to its clients and prospects and does not endorse the opinions or recommendations of the blogs or other sources of information. Clients and prospects are advised to carefully consider the opinions and analysis offered in the blogs or other information sources in the context of the client or prospect's individual analysis and decision making. None of the blogs or other sources of information is to be considered as constituting a track record. Past performance is no guarantee of future results and investingLive specifically hereby acknowledges clients and prospects to carefully review all claims and representations made by advisors, bloggers, money managers and system vendors before investing any funds or opening an account with any Forex dealer. Any news, opinions, research, data, or other information contained within this website is provided on an "as-is" basis as a general market commentary and does not constitute investment or trading advice, and we do not purport to present the entire relevant or available public information with respect to a specific market or security. investingLive expressly disclaims any liability for any lost principal or profits which may arise directly or indirectly from the use of or reliance on such information, or with respect to any of the content presented within its website, nor its editorial choices.

This email was sent to trungtamthuchanhmt.hanghai18021960@blogger.com why did I get this?    unsubscribe from this list    update subscription preferences investingLive · 11 Apostolou Andrea, Hyper Tower 3rd floor, Mesa Geitonia · Limassol 4007 · Cyprus