US and Japan Express Concern Over Yen's Sharp Depreciation
Japanese and US officials expressed concern over the yen's depreciation to one-year lows amid political uncertainty in Japan. This comes as reports suggest a potential snap election could influence fiscal policy.
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Japanese Finance Minister Satsuki Katayama satsuki katayamaand U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent scott bessentexpressed shared concern over the yen's sharp depreciation to one-year lows above 158 per dollar. This currency movement coincides with political uncertainty in Japan, where Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi sanae takaichiis considering calling a snap election in February that could support expansionary fiscal policy.
