Joint Japan, Korea, U.S. Statement Likely Aimed at Reining in FX Markets -- Market Talk

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0220 GMT - A statement issued by the finance ministers of Japan, Korea and the U.S. is likely aimed at reining in foreign-exchange markets, and raises the possibility of a joint market intervention if JPY and KRW weaken further against USD, Chang Wei Liang, FX & Credit Strategist at DBS Group Research, says in an email. The statement acknowledges serious concerns over the recent sharp weakening of JPY and KRW, while affirming that the three countries will consult closely on FX, says the strategist, adding that the inclusion of the U.S. Treasury is notable. DBS's model suggests the USD/JPY level associated with substantial risk of intervention has now shifted higher to 156.00, the strategist says. USD/JPY is down 0.1% at 154.23. (ronnie.harui@wsj.com)

 

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April 17, 2024 22:20 ET (02:20 GMT)

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