Japanese yen appreciates to six-month high
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Bank of Japan, Japanese authorities
Tokyo, Japan
September 7, 2026
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The Japanese yen surged nearly 2 yen against the U.S. dollar on Monday. The rise is driven by speculation over Bank of Japan rate hikes and potential currency intervention.
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