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fxJun 22, 2026, 11:31 AM

Japanese Yen Dips as Fed Hike Bets, Iran Tensions Lift USD/JPY

The US Dollar strengthens against the Japanese Yen, pushing USD/JPY toward 161.70, driven by renewed risk aversion from Middle East tensions and stronger Fed tightening expectations.

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The Japanese Yen declined on Monday, with USD/JPY advancing approximately 0.25% toward the 161.70 level. The move is attributed to a stronger US Dollar, which is benefiting from two key factors: heightened risk aversion stemming from escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, particularly involving Iran, and rising expectations that the Federal Reserve will continue tightening monetary policy.

Traders are repricing the likelihood of further rate hikes by the Fed, which supports the greenback against the yen. Meanwhile, safe-haven demand for the dollar is also amplified by the Iran-linked uncertainty, further pressuring the yen.

Source: FXStreet Forex News