日元为何持续承压？央行态度与美元走势牵动汇率波动

Group 1 - The Japanese yen remains under pressure, trading near its lowest level against the US dollar since February 13, due to cautious policy adjustments by the Bank of Japan and optimism regarding the US government's potential to avoid a shutdown [1][2] - The Bank of Japan's October policy meeting summary indicates some members see a possibility of a rate hike in December, although there are differing opinions suggesting a delay until January due to potential economic contraction in Q3 [1][2] - The US Senate has passed a bill to restart the federal government, alleviating the longest government shutdown in history, which has boosted market risk sentiment and further weakened the yen's safe-haven appeal [1][2] Group 2 - Economic scholars estimate that the recent prolonged US government shutdown could lead to a quarterly GDP growth rate decline of approximately 1.5 to 2.0 percentage points, contributing to a sustained pressure on the US dollar [2] - The market remains vigilant regarding potential intervention by the Japanese Ministry of Finance in the currency market, which could hinder further appreciation of the dollar against the yen [2] - The technical outlook for USD/JPY indicates a strong bullish trend, with potential resistance levels at 154.45 to 154.50, and if breached, targets could extend to 155.00 and beyond [4]