Japanese Yen: Holds a tight range versus US Dollar – UOB

The 1–3 month outlook for USD/JPY signals further downside risk. UOB strategists Quek Ser Leang and Lee Sue Ann report a modest decline in the pair as the Japanese Yen (JPY) gained ground, with intraday trading restricted to a tight band. In the short term, they expect nearby support and resistance to contain the pair. Over the 1–3 month horizon, however, strong downward momentum could extend the decline, although a return to the January low remains uncertain.

USD/JPY Range Holds, Medium-Term Risks Point Lower

"24-HOUR VIEW: We expected USD to “edge higher to 158.80” yesterday. However, after rising to a high of 158.59, USD declined sharply to a low of 157.81 before rebounding to close at 158.16 (-0.20%). There has been no shift in directional momentum, and today, USD is likely to range-trade between 157.90 and 158.65."

"1-3 WEEKS VIEW: In our most recent narrative from last Wednesday (14 Oct, spot at 158.35), we highlighted that USD “has likely moved into a range-trading phase between 157.50 and 159.05.” Since then, USD has traded within the range, and there is no change in our view."

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