Zhi Tong Cai Jing·2025-11-04 04:01Core Viewpoint - The immediate risk of Japanese yen intervention is low, even as the yen depreciates to the critical level of 155 yen per dollar, as the usual conditions for intervention have not been met [1][2] Group 1: Market Reactions - The yen has depreciated approximately 4% against the dollar in October, making it the worst performer among G-10 currencies [1] - The recent depreciation is attributed to the market's reaction to the new Prime Minister, Kishi Sanae, who is perceived to favor fiscal expansion and dovish monetary policy [2] - The so-called "Kishi Sanae trade" has led to significant volatility in the stock, bond, and currency markets, reflecting expectations of a return to "Abenomics" [2] Group 2: Government and Central Bank Stance - Japanese Finance Minister Katayama Satsuki has indicated that the government is closely monitoring the yen's movements, particularly those driven by speculation [3] - The last intervention by the Japanese Finance Ministry occurred in 2024, with the ministry having over $270 billion available for potential intervention [3] - Goldman Sachs predicts that intervention risks will significantly increase if the dollar-yen exchange rate reaches the 161-162 yen range [3] Group 3: Future Projections - Goldman Sachs expects the yen to gradually appreciate as hedging costs decrease and the dollar index weakens due to anticipated Fed rate cuts [4] - However, substantial fiscal stimulus measures under "Abenomics" and the potential for the U.S. economy to outperform other regions could undermine the yen's appreciation outlook [4]