中东局势和能源担忧拖累日元

Group 1 - The USD/JPY exchange rate is currently experiencing fluctuations, with a recent drop to 145.4460, reflecting a 0.48% decrease, primarily due to ongoing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and energy concerns [1] - The USD/JPY rate rose from 146.00 to 147.21, surpassing the declining 100-day moving average at 146.80, indicating a strong upward trend since reaching a high of 147.66 on May 14 [1] - Traders are holding a significant long position in JPY amounting to $12.5 billion, and a close above the Ichimoku cloud could trigger short covering, with the 200-day moving average at 149.66 [1] Group 2 - Bank of America strategists recommend buying USD/JPY to hedge against escalating geopolitical risks in the Middle East, as Japan heavily relies on oil imports from the region [2] - The target price for USD/JPY is set at 152.0, with a stop-loss at 142, considering Japan's dependence on oil imports and potential fiscal risks ahead of the July 20 Senate elections [2] - The USD/JPY rate has fluctuated between 145.70 and 146.16, with support levels provided by the 100-hour and 200-hour moving averages at 145.71 and 144.96, respectively [2]