Yen Holds Gains After Sudden Surge

The yen maintained its overnight gains following a sudden surge that kept traders alert to possible intervention by authorities. Meanwhile, global currencies traded cautiously ahead of the upcoming United States employment report.

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The Japanese yen held gains in Thursday morning trade after an overnight surge of 0.9% against the greenback, leaving traders on alert for official intervention. The sudden currency move rattled regional FX desks ahead of a crucial U.S. employment report. The USD/JPY exchange rate steadied at 158.88 following the volatility.

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