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Euro Hits One-Year High Against Yen Amid Japan Election Concerns

The euro surged to its highest level against the Japanese yen in over a year on Tuesday, as growing political uncertainty in Japan triggered a wave of risk aversion and currency repositioning across Asian markets.

The EUR/JPY pair climbed above the 163.80 mark, marking its strongest level since mid-2023. Investor sentiment turned cautious as reports circulated about potential snap elections in Japan following rising tensions within the ruling party and public dissatisfaction over recent economic policies. Investing.com

Traders are bracing for increased volatility ahead of a potential leadership shake-up that could delay or alter key fiscal and monetary policy directions. As a traditionally safe-haven currency, the yen typically strengthens during periods of uncertainty—but this time, political instability appears to be eroding confidence in Japan’s economic outlook.

Euro Gains Ground as Stability in the Eurozone Attracts Flows

While the yen weakens, the euro is finding support from relative political calm and stable economic data out of the eurozone. Although inflation remains sticky in some EU economies, recent signals from the European Central Bank (ECB) suggest that interest rates will remain restrictive in the near term, helping to prop up the euro. The Wall Street Journal

In contrast, the Bank of Japan (BoJ) continues to maintain its ultra-loose policy stance, widening the yield differential between Japan and Europe. This divergence, amplified by political noise in Tokyo, has led to a broad sell-off in the yen and increased demand for euro-denominated assets.

Forex strategists at Dupoin highlight that while the euro may face resistance near the 164.50 level, any escalation in Japan’s political tension could drive EUR/JPY higher in the coming days. However, caution is advised as sudden shifts in election timelines or BoJ commentary could spark sharp intraday reversals. Global Capital

As markets await clarity on Japan’s political future, traders will be closely watching EUR/JPY for further breakout signals—and preparing for the next wave of cross-border repositioning.

 

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